A tragic incident involving President William Ruto's motorcade has resulted in the death of a 79-year-old British national, Edgar Charles Frederick, in Nairobi. The incident occurred on Thursday, and preliminary reports suggest that Frederick's hearing impairment may have been a contributing factor.

Sources familiar with the victim indicated that he had a known hearing problem, which may have prevented him from hearing the sirens or hooting from the vehicles in the presidential convoy. A source, speaking anonymously to The Standard, stated, "He had a hearing problem, and I think he did not hear the sirens."

Eyewitnesses at the scene described Frederick as a well-known and generous individual in the area. One witness recounted, "He helped us several times. He really liked my daughter and even paid my rent of Sh2,000 recently." Witnesses also noted that Frederick was a frequent pedestrian along Ngong Road, often visiting shops and a supermarket at Adams Arcade. It is believed he was en route to the Greenhouse Mall when the accident occurred.

Another witness described the moments leading up to the accident. According to this witness, the first vehicle in the convoy signaled a warning to Frederick, but he may not have perceived the danger. "I was excited watching the fleet of vehicles pass at their usual speed. The first one warned him, but it seems he didn't take caution as the road was clear, and the vehicles in the President's convoy were appearing at intervals," the witness explained. Tragically, a second vehicle subsequently struck Frederick.

"We screamed, but it was too late. I saw him fly and land on the tarmac. He was hit while moving toward the outer lane,” the witness recounted, highlighting the devastating nature of the incident.

The family of the deceased has requested privacy at this time and will release a statement after finalizing funeral arrangements. His body is currently at Lee Funeral Home, awaiting an autopsy.

The incident is under investigation by the police.