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British Tourist Killed in Ruto’s Motorcade Incident

3/14/2025

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In a tragic incident in Nairobi, 79-year-old British national Edgar Riches lost his life after being hit by a vehicle in President William Ruto's motorcade. The driver, who sped away, has since been arrested and released on bail. This heartbreaking event has ignited a wave of outrage online, with many questioning the motorcade's excessive speed and size. Riches was in Kenya to visit family.

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In a tragic incident in Nairobi, 79-year-old British national Edgar Riches lost his life after being hit by a vehicle in President William Ruto's motorcade. The driver, who sped away, has since been arrested and released on bail. This heartbreaking event has ignited a wave of outrage online, with many questioning the motorcade's excessive speed and size. Riches was in Kenya to visit family.