Family Calls For Justice After Hyenas Mauled Kin In Juja
Nancy Njoki, a local food vendor, was killed by wild animals suspected to be hyenas while returning to her kiosk from the market, leaving Juja South residents terrified.
The horrific incident took place at Juja South Estate, about four kilometres from the busy Thika Super Highway.
The middle-aged woman who ran a small food kiosk, known locally as a “Kibanda,” was on her way to work after purchasing kale, cabbages, and other supplies for her daily business.
A woman has lost her life being atacked by a hyena next the perimeter fence of juja south estate those walking along jujasouth road to thika road in wee hours take care the body is already on site pic.twitter.com/SJLkhCloRu
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Witnesses reported that Njoki was attacked by hyenas at dusk, which is when wild animals are most active.
Her belongings were discovered scattered a few meters from the attack site.
The attack was particularly brutal, with the hyenas allegedly devouring her head, stomach, and waist.
A Mama Mboga was killed by marauding hyenas in Juja as she was walking towards her kibanda at around 6am. Sad 😭. @KWSKenya #NaneNaneMatch pic.twitter.com/lWZ8tz2bpA
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Eyewitnesses described the scene as horrific, expressing shock and fear over the presence of wild animals in the area.
Allan Mburu, a local bodaboda operator, expressed his concern.
Allan Mburu, a local bodaboda operator, expressed his concerns, saying, “It is not the first time we have been threatened by hyenas and other animals here.
“She had just walked from the market with some items to her Kibanda to prepare lunch for the casual workers. Now I am not even sure where they will eat today. It is very sad.”
This tragedy has raised local concerns about wildlife encroachment, which is a recurring problem in Juja Sub-County.
Residents have long expressed concern about the dangers posed by hyenas and other wild animals that frequent residential areas.
Following Njoki’s death, her family, led by her niece Martin Ngigi, announced that they will file a lawsuit against the Kenya Wildlife Service.
“It is very sad to lose your aunt in this manner,” Ngigi said expressing the family’s deep grief and frustration.
“It was not an accident or a disease; she was attacked and killed by wild animals. It is very painful.”
Local police and KWS officers responded to the incident and began an investigation.
Authorities collected Njoki’s body, which was then transported to Kenyatta University Funeral Home for a post-mortem examination.
This examination will help to determine the exact cause of death and provide more information about the nature of the attack.
Family Calls For Justice After Hyenas Mauled Kin In Juja
