Uncertainty continues to grip the family of deceased Nanyuki resident Julia Njoki Wangui, who died while in remand, as autopsy results on Tuesday, July 15, came back inconclusive.
Government pathologist Peter Ndegwa revealed that the post-mortem results were inconclusive, as more samples from her body needed to undergo further tests to determine the cause of death.
"We are finding some things in the lungs, the brain, pancreas and liver, all of which can be contributory (to her death)," Ndegwa noted.
More notably, the pathologist also observed during the first autopsy that Njoki had considerable bleeding in her brain, but stated that it may not have been enough to lead to her death.
He went on, "Specifically, there is bleeding in the brain which does not look traumatic. We want to look at the brain thoroughly to know where the bleeding was coming from."
The doctor further revealed that while surgeons performed craniotomy on Njoki's head, the full report of the complex procedure had not been made available by Tuesday. Her other vital organs are also subject to a further probe by pathologists.
The pathologists have thus requested an additional two weeks to facilitate a more comprehensive report based on the findings from their autopsy.
Njoki passed away on July 10 while in remand at Nanyuki Women's Prison. Reports indicate the 24-year-old collapsed while in prison and passed away amid unsuccessful attempts to get her medical attention.
Her family is now decrying injustice, remaining adamant that the young mother was in good health when she was booked, days after being apprehended alongside hundreds of protesters during the Saba Saba demonstrations.
The 24-year-old’s death sparked a wave of protests in her native Nanyuki, as residents blocked major roads on Monday, July 14, demanding answers about what exactly happened to Njoki.
On Monday, the National Police Service also appeared to distance itself from any involvement in Njoki's passing, insisting the service was under no investigations, effectively refuting allegations of misconduct.
"To date, no formal complaint has been recorded alleging any misconduct-whether by commission or omission.
"Nevertheless, the relevant agencies will conduct swift, transparent, and credible investigations into the matter, and accountability will follow," said NPS.
