After days of public outcry over his tragic death, new details have emerged contradicting earlier claims that Gilbert Thuo Kimani was pushed out of a Super Metro matatu over a fare dispute.
His family has strongly refuted these allegations, insisting that he always had money on his phone and never lacked fare.
Family Rejects Claims of Fare Dispute
Gilbert’s mother dismissed reports that he fought with a tout over an extra KSh 30, stating that he rarely carried cash and preferred using his mobile wallet for payments.
She revealed that when the police returned his phone, it still had money, raising doubts about the initial narrative that he was thrown out for failing to pay.
The grieving family is now demanding justice and accountability, urging authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into his untimely death.
Conflicting Reports on What Happened
Initial reports suggested that Gilbert was involved in an argument with a tout over the fare while traveling in a Super Metro bus with registration number KDL 125N.
Witnesses claimed the tout demanded KSh 80, but Gilbert insisted he had only KSh 50, leading to a heated exchange that allegedly resulted in him being pushed out of the moving vehicle.
Tragically, he fell onto the road and was run over by the same bus, dying on the spot. A preliminary postmortem report confirmed multiple fractures, including broken ribs, arms, and legs.
However, Super Metro management has denied these claims, stating that Gilbert was not ejected but instead attempted to alight while the bus was still in motion and lost his footing.
An inspector from the company argued that if he had been forcefully pushed, his body would have landed at a distance rather than being run over by the same vehicle.
Wife Recounts Painful Last Moments
Gilbert’s wife has also spoken out about the devastating loss, revealing that she was anxiously waiting for him to return home that day.
She had called his phone several times, but he never answered. Later, a woman called to inform her that her husband had died after falling from the matatu.
Her heartbreaking revelation has further intensified calls for justice as more questions arise about the circumstances surrounding his death.
Kenyans Express Outrage Over the Incident
The tragic event has sparked widespread debate on social media, with many Kenyans calling for strict action against rogue matatu crew members. Some expressed skepticism over the conflicting accounts of what really happened.
- Kenneth Ayoma: “Most of these touts are reckless and violent. They should be arrested immediately—why waste time on investigations? Has Kenya ever completed an investigation successfully?”
- Gaitho Keshi: “There are CCTV cameras at Wendani Bridge. If he wasn’t pushed, why didn’t the bus stop? The crew should have at least tried to seek medical help.”
- Nizzy Prayoz: “Passengers also need to speak up. How can you watch someone being mistreated and stay silent?”
- Jackline Sayoh: “The real eyewitnesses are those who were inside that bus. The rest of the stories are speculation. My deepest condolences to his family.”
Super Metro Suspends Matatu Crew
In response to the public uproar, Super Metro announced the suspension of the matatu crew involved in the incident.
The company emphasized that it does not tolerate reckless behavior and is fully cooperating with authorities in the ongoing investigation.
Super Metro further stated that it is reinforcing safety measures and retraining its staff to prevent similar incidents in the future.
As investigations continue, Gilbert’s family remains steadfast in their pursuit of justice. They are urging authorities to conduct a transparent probe and ensure that those responsible for his death are held accountable.
Meanwhile, it remains unclear where the initial claims of a fare dispute originated from, leaving many unanswered questions about the tragic events that led to his death.
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