British Man Killed By President Ruto’s Motorcade Identified

A tragic accident involving President William Ruto’s motorcade has claimed the life of a British national, identified by police as 75-year-old Edgar Charles Frederick.

The incident occurred on Thursday, March 13, along Ngong Road near Adams Arcade in Nairobi, as the Head of State conducted the fourth day of his city development tour.

National Police Service Spokesperson Michael Muchiri confirmed that Frederick was struck by a vehicle in the presidential convoy around 12:45 pm while reportedly heading to a mosque for prayers.

The elderly pedestrian was hit by a speeding government vehicle and subsequently run over by a second car in the entourage, resulting in his death at the scene.

Edgar Charles Frederick was hit on Nairobi’s busy Ngong Road

His body has been transferred to Lee Funeral Home pending further investigation.

“Investigations are underway, and the vehicle has been inspected, with necessary action procedurally taken,” Mr. Muchiri told reporters.

“The driver, attached to the Nairobi Regional Coordinator’s office, is out on cash bail and will be arraigned in court once inquiries are complete.”

Conflicting reports have emerged regarding Frederick’s age, with some sources citing him as 79, though police have officially listed him as 75.

Mr. Muchiri clarified to the BBC that the victim was in Kenya visiting his sister and nephew, who reside in the country.

The UK High Commission in Nairobi acknowledged awareness of the incident.

According toreports, Frederick was a familiar figure along Ngong Road, known to local traders, taxi drivers, and street families for his kindness.

Witnesses speaking to reporters described him as a generous man who frequently provided alms, including food and money, to those in need.

The violent nature of his death has been a topic of discussion in Kenyan social media spaces since Thursday.

Eyewitnesses recounted a chaotic scene: two vehicles, allegedly part of President Ruto’s escort to Kibra, sped through traffic when one struck Frederick, followed by a second vehicle that ran him over.

Video footage circulating on social media shows a man in blue jeans and a light-colored shirt lying motionless on the road, blood pooling around him.

Later images depict his body covered with a Maasai Shuka outside the bustling Adams Arcade shopping area.

Police have launched a probe into the hit-and-run incident, with the driver of the support vehicle—a government employee—facing charges after failing to stop at the scene.

The vehicle involved belongs to the regional administration, tasked with supporting the presidential detail, according to Mr. Muchiri.

The accident occurred as President Ruto carried out public engagements in Nairobi, including events near the site of the tragedy.