One dies after consuming illicit brew in Kawangware

By Isaac Meso and Immaculate Akello

Nairobi, Kenya: One person has died and two others hospitalised after consuming illicit brew in Kawangware, Nairobi.

The incident, which occurred at Kaberia village in Satellite, left residents in shock, as those who had consumed the brew were believed to be relatives. Area police boss Bernard Ngeny said the trio was digging a grave in preparation for the burial of one of their relatives before going to a nearby bar for a drink.

“Soon after taking the drink the three lost their consciousness and were rushed to Kivuli Centre for check-up before being transferred to Kenyatta National Hospital,” he said.

However, the OCS was quick to note that the cause of death was yet to be established, adding that they are waiting for an autopsy report.

According to another witness, the three went to drink at 11am, which is outside the stipulated hours, raising the question on whether the bar had the approval to be in operation after the Government suspended the licences of all alcoholic drink manufacturers last week.

The villagers also questioned the number released by police noting that other victims not identified had been spotted in the bar.