William Ruto’s bodyguard death left many people scratching their heads with unanswered questions.
The tragic death of Constable Samuel Ngatia, a bodyguard assigned to William Ruto sent shockwaves through Kenya.
According to Kenyans.co.ke, Ngatia was found dead in his residence at a General Service Unit (GSU) camp in Juja, Kiambu County, on April 11, 2022.
Initial reports suggest that he died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, raising questions about the circumstances surrounding his death and the implications for security personnel in the country.
Background of the Incident leading to Ruto’s bodyguard death
Constable Ngatia served in the elite Presidential Escort Unit.
Constable Ngatia was tasked with safeguarding top government officials, including the Deputy President.
His tragic death has shone a spotlight on the immense pressures security personnel face, especially those in high-stress, high-stakes jobs.
Police reports show that officers found Ngatia with a Jericho pistol at the scene.
They also found spent cartridges and bullets, providing evidence that he took his own life.
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Allegations and Rumors Ruto’s bodyguard, Ngatia’s death
After news of Ngatia’s death broke, social media was flooded with all kinds of speculation.
Some posts linked him to the infamous Ksh 39 billion fake arms deal, claiming he had testified in the case.
However, a fact-check by Kenyans.co.ke cleared up the confusion, confirming that Ngatia was not the officer who testified.
That role was filled by Nicholas Maiyo Burkey, another member of the then-Deputy President Ruto’s security team.
Still, the mix-up only added fuel to the fire, sparking even more questions about the pressure security officers face, especially when connected to high-profile scandals.
The timing of Ngatia’s death—shortly after former Sports CS Rashid Echesa was acquitted in the arms deal case—has further deepened public intrigue.
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Public and Official Reactions to Ruto’s Bodyguard Death, Constable Samuel Ngatia
News of Ngatia’s passing has triggered an outpouring of emotion both online and offline.
Many Kenyans took to social media to express their condolences, mourning the loss of a committed officer who dedicated his life to serving the nation.
The incident has also reignited important discussions about mental health in the security sector.
Security officers often operate under immense pressure, with their demanding roles exposing them to constant risk and emotional strain.
Ruto shared his grief over Ngatia’s death, acknowledging the sacrifices security personnel make daily.
Family of Ruto’s Bodyguard, Constable Samuel Ngatia Statement
According to reports, before the corpse was taken to the morgue, police also found one bullet head and two expended cartridges.
The 35-year-old Ngatia has two kids.
According to a family acquaintance, he had reportedly split from his wife two years before.
A close relative said, “We are awaiting word from the police regarding the incident, and he did not appear stressed when we met last Friday.”
A group of Thika and Juja investigators are looking into what happened.
Such incidents have been on the rise in the service amid calls to address the trend.
Police officers’ relationships with their families, their colleagues and seniors among other issues have been identified as some of the causes of such incidents.
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