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Africa-Press – Kenya. <\/strong><\/span>A 79-year-old British man, Edgar Charles Frederick, has died after being struck by a vehicle linked to Kenyan President William Ruto\u2019s motorcade in Nairobi.<\/p>\n

The incident occurred on Thursday along a main road in the capital. Police confirmed that the driver, who was behind the wheel of a support vehicle in the convoy, failed to stop but was later arrested and released on bail.<\/p>\n

Authorities say an investigation is ongoing, and the driver is expected to appear in court. Frederick had been visiting Kenya to see family members living in the country. His next-of-kin have been informed, and a post-mortem is expected to take place.<\/p>\n

The UK High Commission stated that it was aware of the reports and seeking further details. Meanwhile, social media footage showed a man lying injured on the road near a busy shopping area, later covered with a traditional Maasai shawl.<\/p>\n

Officials clarified that the vehicle involved was part of the regional administration\u2019s support team for the presidential detail. President Ruto was in the area at the time for public engagements.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Kenya<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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