The tragic death of Victoria Mumbua Kaloki, a taxi driver from Mombasa, has sparked outrage across Kenya.
Victoria went missing on September 25, 2024, after accepting a ride request from passengers traveling from Mombasa to Samburu.
After several days of searching, authorities discovered her body at the Nairobi City Mortuary on September 29.
The Man Who Was Found With Her Vehicle Arrested
Police apprehended Edwin Ng’etich, the main suspect in the case. He was found driving Victoria’s stolen vehicle.
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During intense questioning, Ng’etich led detectives to the location where he dumped her body in a thicket near Mai Mahiu in Kiambu County.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) confirmed that officials initially registered the body as unidentified upon its arrival at the mortuary.
Family and Community Reactions
Victoria was a mother of three, and her disappearance alarmed family and friends, who hoped for her safe return.
Her mother, Anne Kanini, expressed heartbreak and desperation during the search for her daughter. They filed a missing person report at the Makupa Police Station shortly after she vanished.
Social media has flooded with condolences and anger from Kenyans demanding justice for Victoria. Many have questioned how Ng’etich remained free despite having a history of similar offenses.
How can someone have committed a similar event/crime and still be walking free. Looks like the police are together with him
Simon Muia Kimatu
He had committed a similar offence, and he was freed to continue committing similar offences……Kenya itatuonyesha mambo
Kaku Winnie
So bad, rest easy momma😭😭,God will ensure you get justice one day
Tracie Kariuki
As investigations continue, people are calling for accountability and action against those who allow repeat offenders to roam free. Victoria’s family plans to travel to Nairobi for identification purposes and to assist with ongoing investigations, including DNA profiling and a postmortem examination to determine the cause of death.
This heartbreaking case highlights growing concerns over safety in Kenya, especially for those in vulnerable professions like taxi driving. The community rallies together in hopes that justice will prevail for Victoria Mumbua Kaloki.
