DCI Open FULL Investigation Into Gospel Artist Rachel Wandeto’s Death

DCI Open FULL Investigation Into Gospel Artist Rachel Wandeto’s Death

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has formally opened an investigation into the attack and death of gospel performer Rachel Wandeto.

In a notification issued on Tuesday, May 19, DCI confirmed that investigators from the homicide squad had taken over the investigation following Wandeto’s savage attack in Mwiki.

She later died from her injuries while being treated at Kenyatta National Hospital.

“The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Homicide Directorate has taken over investigations into the brutal murder of Rachel Wandeto,” DCI stated in the statement.

DCI HOMICIDE DIRECTORATE TAKES OVER INVESTIGATIONS INTO THE MURDER OF RACHEL WANDETO

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Homicide Directorate has taken over investigations into the brutal murder of Rachel Wandeto, a gospel artist, who succumbed to severe injuries…

— DCI KENYA (@DCI_Kenya) May 19, 2026

According to preliminary investigations, the man was attacked on 11th Street near Obama Road on May 16, 2026, while on his way home.

DCI claims she was confronted by three males who attacked her with a combustible material and set her on fire before fleeing the scene.

Wandeto was then rushed to KNH, where she was found to be 75 per cent burnt.

The gospel artist succumbed to the injuries on Monday, May 18, while undergoing treatment at the facility.

Her attack, however, has been largely attributed to her political affiliation and support of President William Ruto’s reelection in 2027, including drawing a tattoo in his honour.

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Rachel Wandeto, lady who tattooed president Ruto's image on her chest confirmed dead😭

Rachel Wandeto, has passed on after developing complications during surgery at Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi.

Rachel had sustained severe burn injuries after… pic.twitter.com/Z5gNgnl3UW

— The Kiambu Magazine (@kiambu_magazine) May 18, 2026

Several leaders, including the Head of State, condemned the attack, with Ruto stating that firm action would be taken against those responsible, regardless of their political affiliation.

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“The criminals that attacked this hardworking and promising lady will be held to account, irrespective of their affiliation,” Ruto stated.

With the DCI officially taking over investigations, the police have since intensified investigations into the incident, with the Homicide Unit leading efforts to establish the motive behind the attack and identify those responsible.

“Detectives are tirelessly working to uncover the full circumstances surrounding this heinous crime and to identify and apprehend all individuals involved in its planning and execution,” DCI added.

The unit called on the members of the public with any information to report to the nearest police station or use DCI’s anonymous toll-free hotline number to assist with the ongoing investigation.

“Members of the public who possess any information that may assist with the investigation are encouraged to report at the nearest police station or anonymously through our 24-hour toll-free hotline at 0800 722 203 or WhatsApp at 0709 570 000.”

DCI Open FULL Investigation Into Gospel Artist Rachel Wandeto’s Death