IFRAME SYNC
Home » News » World news » African News » Retired Kenyan Athlete Samson Kandie Hacked To Death In Eldoret
Retired Kenyan Athlete Samson Kandie Hacked To Death In Eldoret

Retired Kenyan Athlete Samson Kandie Hacked To Death In Eldoret

Police in Kenya are investigating the murder of marathon athlete Samson Kandie, who was killed by unknown assailants at his home in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County. Uasin Gishu police commander Benjamin Mwanthi says the runner was hacked to death within his compound at the high-end Elgon View Estate

“He was attacked by people who appear to have been waiting for him at the home and we are investigating the incident,” the police said.

He said the assailants fled with his phone but nothing else was stolen from the runner. The Thursday night incident has left shock and panic in the area.

”We are looking for the suspects involved so that we bring them to book,” said Mwanthi

The 53-year-old athlete is celebrated for his victories in the 2002 Sapporo and 2004 Vienna marathons. He was found severely beaten and police said his hands and legs had been tied up.

Samson Kandie, a retired and low-profile runner had not reported any threats to his life. His daughter, Vienna Kandie said her father had called saying he was on his way home but did not arrive.

“My mother called him and he said he was on his way home at about 7.30 pm but we waited and he never arrived,” said Vienna.

Later, a stranger called and told the wife to look for victim behind the toilet where the body was found. He was found in critical condition and died on arrival at a hospital in the city.

The late Kandie was a podium finisher in the 1999 Berlin Marathon where he set his personal best time of 2:08:31.

Athletes in the region led by Ezekiel Kemboi have expressed shock at the killing of Kandie. They asked the government to look into ways of enhancing security for runners.

Kemboi said the region has lost so many athletes in the recent past. However, no action had been taken to protect the runners.

Check Also;

This is not a Paywall, but Newslex Point's journalism consumes a lot of time, hard-work and money. That's why we're kindly requesting you to support us in anyway they can, for as little as $1 or more, you can support us .

Please use the button below to contribute to Newslex Point, Inc. using a credit card or via PayPal.

Donate Button with Credit Cards

Comments

comments

Loading...

About Eninu William

Meet William, a seasoned news editor with a five-year experience in the fast-paced world of journalism. William's passion for storytelling and commitment to accuracy have propelled him through various roles. As a news editor, his responsibilities extend beyond just overseeing the day-to-day operations of a news team. He plays a crucial role in shaping the editorial direction of his publication, ensuring stories are not only timely and relevant but also adhere to the highest journalistic standards. With a finger on the pulse of current events and a deep understanding of the ever-evolving media landscape, William is always ahead of the curve.
Loading...
x

Check Also

Raila Odinga Tests Positive For Covid-19, Admitted To Hospital

Raila Odinga Focused On AU Chairperson Seat Amidst GenZ’s Riots

Former Kenyan presidential candidate Raila Odinga seems currently more focused on the African Union chairperson ...