Kipchimchim Member of County Assembly (MCA) Bernard Mutai has been confirmed dead, with sources indicating that his body was found in his bedroom.
Preliminary reports indicate that the MCA allegedly committed suicide and his body was found this evening according to sources privy to the matter.
Taiwet Sub-Location assistant chief Philemon Kosei confirmed the Thursday evening incident saying that more details will be provided in due course.
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It’s however still unclear what triggered the Kericho County MCA to take his own life. Until his death, Mutai has served as a Member of the County Assembly (MCA) since 2013.
“The Kipchimchim ward residents in Kericho County are in deep mourning following the shocking passing of MCA, Bernard Mutai, who tragically took his own life at his home.”
Videos seen by NewsProjector show large crowd outside the now Former MCA’s house after they were alerted about the incident that has now attracted nationwide attention.
More to follow..