TV47’s investigative journalist Franklin Wallah has uncovered a dark conspiracy behind the brutal murder of 20-year-old Rita Waeni Muendo, a promising third-year student at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT).
Five months have passed since the tragic murder of 20-year-old Rita Waeni, JKUAT student that shook the nation. But amidst the grief and unanswered questions, one thing stands out: the main suspect remains elusive.
In a gripping feature titled “Crimes Untold” penned by investigative journalist Franklin Wallah, the heart-wrenching tale of Rita Waeni’s family unfolds. They’re left in the dark, craving updates from the detectives assigned to the case. The frustration mounts, especially after the release of two Nigerian suspects in February.
Rita’s mother paints a picture of her daughter’s last days, revealing a rendezvous with someone she thought she knew. This mysterious figure, identified only as C.M., promised Rita the world. Their final conversation hints at a meeting, a dinner date at a bustling mall along Thika Road.
As the sun dipped low on that fateful afternoon, Rita’s aunt bid her farewell, unaware it would be their final exchange. Rita’s decision to meet this enigmatic “friend” stemmed from his urgent departure plans, supposedly scheduled for the day after their dinner.
Tragically, that dinner would mark the last time Rita’s loved ones heard her voice. From their home in Syokimau to the destination in Roysambu, Rita embarked on a journey that would end in tragedy.
Despite Rita’s attempts to delay the meeting, the persuasive powers of the suspect prevailed. CCTV footage captures the pair, walking towards a short-stay apartment, where their fate would intertwine.
In a haunting twist, a video recorded by Rita herself provides a glimpse into the final moments of her life. The apartment’s living room, adorned with drinks and pulsating music, becomes a chilling backdrop to her untold story. Yet, the face of the suspect remains shrouded in darkness.
Desperate for justice, Rita’s father reaches out to the authorities, clinging to a glimmer of hope. His impassioned plea to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) boss and the Inspector General echoes through the void, demanding action from those entrusted with upholding the law.
Despite the darkness that surrounds Rita’s death, her family remains steadfast in their pursuit of justice, drawing strength from the memories of their beloved daughter.
Government pathologist Dr. Johansen Oduor’s forensic examination unveiled that the woman was strangled to death shortly before midnight, prior to her body being dismembered.
The tragic loss of Rita serves as a wake-up call for society, galvanizing communities to demand action and accountability in the fight against gender-based-violence.
