Shock As 9 Bodies Found In Quarry Pit Opposite Kware Police Station [PHOTOS]

At least nine bodies have been recovered from a quarry pit in Mukuru Kwa Njenga, sparking huge uproar on social media platforms across the country.

Images seen by Viral Tea and also shared by the Mukuru Community Justice Centre (MCJC) revealed that the bodies were well-wrapped in sacks and black polythene bags and later tied with ropes.

“We have managed to retrieve nine bodies so far but we can still see more others in the quarry. They are all young adults,” a Haki Africa activist was quoted by The Standard.

The horrid recovery led by local youths was conducted with varying conditions, with some bodies reported to be dismembered.

A picture of the area where the bodies were retrieved. /MUKURU COMMUNITY JUSTICE CENTRE

While the MCJC recorded six bodies, some media reports indicated more than eight, with fears of more still in the pit, which is opposite the Kware Police Station at Pipeline, where police have been actively involved in the ongoing retrieval efforts.

Others had visible severe injuries although it wasn’t immediately established if they had bullet wounds owing to the state of the bodies. Despite their presence, the identities of the deceased remain a mystery.

The incident has attracted large crowds with locals milling the area as more police officers arrive. The bodies have been moved to the City mortuary in Nairobi, as the search gets underway.

The lack of information on the matter has raised fears within the local community and intensified rumour mills, with some netizens claiming that the recovery could be linked to the alleged Githurai massacre.

Authorities have yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident, compelling many to pressure law enforcement for answers.

The shocking discovery comes as alarming claims of abductions linked to anti-Finance Bill protests that have erupted over the past month.

According to the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), at least 34 individuals have been abducted by security forces and subjected to torture since mid-June, in connection with the protests. Several others are indicated as being in hiding due to threats on their lives by unknown persons.

At least five remain unaccounted for, further compounding the fears surrounding state actions during this turbulent period.

Activists warn that those who dared to oppose the controversial Finance Bill are now living in a state of anxiety.

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kithure Kindiki had on Tuesday, July 9 vowed to take action against individuals reported to be responsible for the wave of abductions during the recent anti-government protests.

“All persons within the territory of Kenya are protected from unlawful or arbitrary arrests, abductions, enforced disappearances or any other illegal method of confining suspected criminals for purposes of investigations for prosecution or for whatever purpose whatsoever,” Kindiki stated in part.

“The Government reiterates its duty to respect and ensure the protection of all constitutionally guaranteed rights and will not condone any violation whether perpetuated by security personnel or by public or private persons.”

On Wednesday, June 26, President William Ruto allayed concerns of impromptu arrests and abductions, stating that those who were arrested during the anti-Finance Bill protests were detained at police stations.

Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kithure Kindiki speaking during a press briefing at Harambee House, Nairobi on June 24, 2024. /KITHURE KINDIKI