The agency explained that the officer died following an incident at his home in Ngong.
Contrary to reports that his body was discovered at the Kiambu Road offices or by his family members, the DCI stated that he was found lying unresponsive in his kitchen garden near his house.
The statement further clarified that it was a neighbour’s house help who first noticed him lying motionless.
After making the discovery, the house help alerted the neighbour, who then raised the alarm to seek help.
Emergency response efforts followed, but the officer was later confirmed dead.
The DCI strongly rejected claims that the officer’s body was discovered by family members or within the premises of the directorate’s headquarters.
Officials described the circulating reports as false and urged members of the public to avoid spreading unverified information.
The agency noted that such claims can cause unnecessary panic and distress to the officer’s family, colleagues, and the public.
It also emphasized the importance of relying on official communication channels for accurate information, especially when dealing with sensitive matters involving loss of life.
While confirming the officer’s death, the DCI did not go into further details about the exact circumstances surrounding the incident at his Ngong home.
However, the matter is expected to follow the normal investigative procedures to establish all the facts.
The directorate also conveyed its condolences to the officer’s family, friends, and colleagues during what it described as a difficult and painful time.
Fellow officers expressed shock and sadness over the loss, remembering him as a dedicated officer who served diligently in his assignment at Kajiado North.
The incident has once again highlighted the speed at which unverified news can spread on social media platforms.
Within hours of the initial reports, different versions of the story had circulated widely, prompting the agency to issue a public clarification.