True Crime Kenya

In Part 2 of True Crime Kenya: The Samuel Wanjiru Story, the investigation deepens into the shocking and mysterious death of Kenya’s Olympic champion. Conflicting witness accounts, explosive family disputes, paternity claims, and post-mortem contradictions paint a tangled web of secrets and suspicion. Was it an accident, suicide, or cold-blooded murder? The truth remains as elusive as the man himself.Cover Art:F.Nur, PitchR MediaEditing/Production: F. Nur, PitchR MediaTheme Song: "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers)CREDITS1. KBC News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrbXPEPhJk42. Citizen TV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFaZ2klPrcU3. The East African Standard https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/the-standard/article/2000035498/is-this-man-wanjirus-father4. Emily Kimani https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WbAXN4jwiU85. The East African Standardhttps://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/business/article/2000035952/another-man-emerges-claims-to-be-wanjirus-father6. Citizen Weekend https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUtiqhZryMw0:267. The Daily Nation https://nation.africa/kenya/sports/athletics/track-star-was-drunk-when-he-fell-off-balcony--7691168. The Star https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/big-read/2017-03-06-six-men-entered-samuel-wanjirus-home-before-he-died--mother9. Citizen TV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=loY48P5KoHE10. Capital News https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/news/2011/05/wanjiru-was-also-mine-woman-claims/11. ESPN https://www.espn.com/olympics/trackandfield/news/story?id=665134612. KTN Case files https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMgTEo3ARzI13. Green Red Productions (ADHD Meditation Sound)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RG2IK8oRZNA

In Part 1 of this two-part series, we explore the meteoric rise of Samuel Kamau Wanjiru, the Kenyan long-distance runner whose rare talent catapulted him into the global spotlight.From humble beginnings in Nyahururu to shattering Olympic records in Beijing at just 22, Samuel seemed destined for greatness until the pressures of sudden fame, his personal struggles, and turbulent lifestyle began to cast long shadows on his bright future. CREDITS -Cover Art:F.Nur, PitchR MediaEditing/Production: F. Nur, PitchR MediaTheme Song: "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers)REFERENCES -https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samuel_Wanjiruhttps://olympics.com/en/athletes/samuel-wanjiruhttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-13414257https://ntvkenya.co.ke/news/inquest-into-death-of-athlete-samuel-wanjiru-rules-out-murder-suicide/https://www.nytimes.com/2011/05/17/sports/sammy-wanjiru-marathon-champion-is-dead-at-24.htmlhttps://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001412215/the-death-of-a-godhttps://www.pulsesports.co.ke/athletics/story/samuel-wanjiru-kenyan-marathon-icon-whose-legacy-lives-on-13-years-since-his-untimely-demise-2024051723031165432https://grantland.com/features/anna-clark-mysterious-death-sammy-wanjiru/https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-12095635https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/content-hub/world-marathon-majors-press-release-and-tribute-to-sammy-wanjiruhttps://www.sportanddev.org/latest/news/lessons-be-learned-death-samuel-wanjiruhttps://www.nytimes.com/2011/05/17/sports/marathon-champion-dies-in-fall-from-balcony.htmlhttps://nation.africa/kenya/sports/athletics/10-years-later-athlete-samuel-wanjiru-s-family-focuses-on-inquest--3402754https://nation.africa/kenya/sports/athletics/court-told-the-late-samuel-wanjiru-was-hit-with-blunt-object-3268962https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2011/may/16/sammy-wanjiru-obituaryhttps://www.france24.com/en/20080824-kenyas-wanjiru-breaks-olympic-marathon-record-beijing-2008-marathonhttps://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/economy/fresh-claim-on-samuel-wanjiru-s-estate--2004184 https://sportshistoryke.home.blog/2019/10/13/the-sad-story-of-samuel-wanjiru/https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/athletics-kenyas-samuel-wanjiru-killed-not-suicide-pathologisthttps://www.kenyaforum.net/investigative/samuel-wanjiru-was-killed-pathologist-attests/Channel 5 Chicago https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqGgp8teqrw Citizen TV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s28kVxQYnTINation Media https://nation.africa/kenya/sports/athletics/my-life-with-star-wanjiru--769492Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Wacera_NgugiCNN https://edition.cnn.com/2010/SPORT/12/30/olympic.champion.wanjiru.arrested/index.html

This is the story of Kenyan marathon runner Lucy Muhami, whose incredible athletic career spanned over 12 years. Known for her fierce determination and endurance, Lucy was a shining star in the world of long-distance running. But as her success and financial status grew, so did the shadows of envy that lurked behind the scenes. CREDITS - Cover Art F.Nur, PitchR Media: Editing/Production: F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song: "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) Character Voices: - Bueno - Sheriff Okonkwo News Credits & Clips: World Athletics https://worldathletics.org/athletes/kenya/luci-njeri-muhami-14289299 The Daily Nation https://nation.africa/kenya/news/lucy-njeri-my-husband-paid-hitmen-sh1-5-million-to-kill-me-but-i- talked-them-out-of-it-4087606 Nairobi News https://nairobinews.nation.africa/leaked-conversation-between-athlete-and-hitmen-hired-to-kill- his-wife/

Our final episode of Season 1 is the tragic story of Philomena Njeri and Jonathan Mukundi, a couple whose seemingly perfect marriage, successful business and luxurious lifestyle unraveled into a nightmare. Once deeply in love, their relationship's cracks slowly fractured under the weight of escalating tension. What began as a fairytale romance ultimately ended in a shocking crime that left family and friends questioning how things went so horribly wrong. Credits: Cover Art F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) News Credits & Clips: The Star: https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2021-08-06-njeri-mukundi-were-opposite-in-character-but-so- deeply-in-love/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5awqY8UFQYM Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUszZR5yyGw Kenyans.co.ke: https://www.kenyans.co.ke/news/67262-interesting-new-details-emerge-philomena-njeris-death Mpasho: https://mpasho.co.ke/crime/2021-08-06-she-was-dead-asleep-philomena-njeris-last-moments- alive/ The Daily Nation: https://nation.africa/kenya/counties/kiambu/suspected-murder-suicide-in-kiambu-shines- spotlight-on-gun-licences--3498310 Ajabu Africa: https://www.ajabuafrica.net/short-lived-reunion-by-estranged-couple-ends-in-murder-suicide- 2247.html Nairobi Leo: https://www.nairobileo.co.ke/news/article/3890/more-details-emerge-on-case-where-jonathan- mukundi-gachunga-shot-his-wife-philomena-njeri-dead-then-committed-suicide KBC News: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SWCmmR515ls Pulse Live: https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/secret-investments-and-other-fights-that-broke-kiambu- couples-marriage/f0lmj6v TV47: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BamJqtaX16w Citizen TV Kenya: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYchPGYLvyw&rco=1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5awqY8UFQYM The Daily Nation: https://nation.africa/kenya/counties/kiambu/suspected-murder-suicide-in-kiambu-shines- spotlight-on-gun-licences--3498310

This is the story of Kate Mitchell: a British woman who met her untimely end in Kenya under mysterious circumstances. Her final night is a maze of puzzling events, unanswered questions, and haunting clues that have left investigators and loved ones searching for the truth. Was this a murder, or was there something more sinister at play? Credits: Cover Art F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) News Credits & Clips: Aludah Klemarz TV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxc7uRy7bGY Pulse Live Kenya https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/bbc-employee-kate-michell-had-won-a-grant-hours- before-she-died-in-kenya-brother/z6qn38f Nation News https://nation.africa/kenya/news/tamati-mauti-man-linked-to-bbc-worker-s-death-loved- to-make-all-laugh--3638370 Pulse Live TV https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/bbc-employee-kate-michell-had-won-a-grant-hours- before-she-died-in-kenya-brother/z6qn38f The Star https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2021-11-23-man-linked-to-killing-of-bbc-employee-in- nairobi-was-her-fixer-officials-say/ Tuko News https://www.tuko.co.ke/world/434328-kate-mitchell-bbc-journalist-found-dead-nairobi- hotel/ The Saturday Standard https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health/counties/article/2001430789/tamati-mauti-the- bwana-raha-who-loved-politics-karaoke-and-the-altar The Daily Nation https://nation.africa/kenya/news/dan-mauti-postmortem-report-on-my-son-tamati-mauti- doesn-t-add-up-3632722 Nairobi Leo https://www.nairobileo.co.ke/news/article/5176/fresh-details-emerge-on-tamati-mauti- man-suspected-to-have-killed-bbc-manager-kate-mitchell-at-a-nairobi-hotel Mpasho https://mpasho.co.ke/exclusives/2021-11-24-no-one-will-stand-at-your-funeral-tamati- mautis-last-posts/ Breaking Kenya News https://www.breakingkenyanews.com/2021/12/tamati-mauti-man-linked-to-bbc- workers.html Nairobi Leo https://www.nairobileo.co.ke/news/article/5191/father-of-tamati-mauti-man-accused-of- killing-bbcs-kate-mitchell-speaks-out-accuses-police-of-frustrating-his-family

This is the story of Dr James Nganga Muiruri: a promising young man, whose future was shattered after a fateful night out. Credits: Cover Art F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) News Credits & Clips: The Daily Nationhttps://nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/lifestyle/prison-diary-former-officer-revisits-killing-of-ex-mp-s-son-1047582   The Daily NationMymurder trial left many unanswered questions | Nation   The Standardhttps://www.standardmedia.co.ke/article/2000105765/officer-convicted-as-co-accused-freed-in-ex-mp-s-son-murder   Nation https://nation.africa/kenya/news/officer-to-die-for-killing-doctor-955762

On Part 2 of The Thika Bank Heist, join us as we find out exactly who these robbers were, what motivated their daring venture and what happened after they finally got their hands on the prize. Credits: Cover Art F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) News Credits & Clips: KTN NEWS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMEd-l7-hzo   BUSINESS DAILY https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/news/it-s-normal-suspects-father-says-of-sh52-million-kcb-thika-heist-2179638   THE STAR https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2017-11-27-learned-suspects-in-kcb-thika-heist-deny-charges-remain-in-custody/   THE STANDARD https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/entertainment/news/article/2001261718/scoring-as-in-high-school-could-not-keep-them-out-of-crime   NTV KENYA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EX6GOAypcaM

In Part 1 of this 2-part episode, we explore the story of the Thika Bank Heist.  Inspired by the plot of a popular Hollywood movie, a close group of friends meticulously crafted a plan to infiltrate one of the most secure financial institutions in Thika. Drawing from the cinematic genius of heist films, they employed a combination of cunning strategy and brazen audacity to execute a robbery that would go down in Kenyan history. Credits: Cover Art F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) News Credits & Clips: Nation Africa Online https://nation.africa/kenya/news/behind-the-sh52-million-thika-kcb-bank-robbery-mystery--483202   Business Daily Africa https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/news/it-s-normal-suspects-father-says-of-sh52-million-kcb-thika-heist-2179638   Citizen Digital https://www.citizen.digital/news/police-seize-equipment-used-in-thika-kcb-bank-heist-183095   The Star https://www.the-star.co.ke/counties/central/2019-03-14-30-witnesses-to-testify-against-thika-bank-heist-suspects/   Youtube – The Wicked Edition with Dr Kingori https://www.youtube.com/watch?embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fglarity.app%2F&embeds_referring_origin=https%3A%2F%2Fglarity.app&source_ve_path=MzY4NDIsMzY4NDIsMzY4NDIsMTY0OTksMjg2NjQsMTY0NTAz&feature=emb_share&v=FQpkQ49x6ag Capital News https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/news/2017/11/3-suspects-in-thika-bank-robbery-due-in-court-sh17-6mn-recovered/   REDDIT COMMENTS https://www.reddit.com/r/Kenya/comments/tf2zcz/kcb_thika_heist/?rdt=54242   CITIZEN DIGITAL https://www.citizen.digital/news/police-seize-equipment-used-in-thika-kcb-bank-heist-183095   NATION AFRICA https://nation.africa/kenya/news/behind-the-sh52-million-thika-kcb-bank-robbery-mystery--483202   HOT 96FM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtUJ57WT9Yk   WIKIPEDIA https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Bank_Job TWITTER/X https://twitter.com/RBudhdev/status/934386042446270465

This is the heartbreaking story of Keagan Githua, a beloved 24 year old whose life was tragically cut short by a senseless crime of opportunity. Keagan's story is one of promise, lost opportunity, and the permanent stain violence leaves on innocent lives, reminding us of the fragility of our existence. Credits: Cover Art F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) News Credits & Clips: Ridgeways Baptist Church youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPPQuegIdq4 The Daily Nationhttps://nation.africa/kenya/counties/kiambu/revealed-student-17-main-suspect-in-murder-of-keagan-githua-at-ridgeways-4030132 The Star https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2022-11-15-four-suspects-linked-to-murder-of-keagan-githua-in-ridgeways-arrested/ Citizen Digitalhttps://www.citizen.digital/news/prime-suspect-in-keagan-githuas-murder-arrested-n309697   Kenyans.Co.Ke https://www.kenyans.co.ke/news/82019-dci-reveals-how-matatu-stage-attendant-targeted-keagan-githua   Swala Nyetihttps://swalanyeti.co.ke/news/article/5374/4-suspects-linked-to-gruesome-murder-of-keagan-githua-in-ridgeways-arrested Pulse Live Kenyahttps://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/suspects-linked-to-death-of-strathmore-university-graduate-keagan-githua-arrested/1sq6c2d   Capital FMhttps://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/suspects-linked-to-death-of-strathmore-university-graduate-keagan-githua-arrested/1sq6c2d   Tuko Newshttps https://www.tuko.co.ke/kenya/483696-githuraimatatu-state-attendant-arrested-nairobi-graduants-murder-in/ K24 TVhttps://www.k24tv.co.ke/news/keagan-githuas-killer-arrested-86847/   The Nairobi Reviewhttps://nairobireview.africa/prime-suspect-keagan-githuas-murder-arrested/   The Standardhttps://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health/features/article/2001460661/deadly-boda-boda-riding-thugs-on-the-loose-in-city-urban-areas   The Standardhttps://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health/features/article/2001460661/deadly-boda-boda-riding-thugs-on-the-loose-in-city-urban-areas   Lynn Ngugi Showhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAqwr_z9jcw

This is the story of Rahab Karisa:  In this heart-wrenching episode, we explore a shocking murder that rocked the country and sparked a chilling question: Can we ever fully vet the people we invite to work in our homes? Join us as we explore the devastating consequences of misplaced trust in this haunting story. Credits: Cover Art F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) News Credits & Clips: LinkedIn https://ke.linkedin.com/in/rahab-karisa-78082799 The Nairobian https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/thenairobian/news/article/2001478369/killer-maid-suspect-in-kilifi-chief-officer-murder-arrested   Citizen Digital https://www.citizen.digital/news/house-help-suspected-of-killing-kilifi-chief-officer-rahab-karisa-arraigned-n324372   CITIZEN TV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xsrIphMgSWk   Nairobi Wire https://nairobiwire.com/2023/07/rahab-karisa-murder-househelp-confesses.html    NATION TV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oI69P0DcJ14   Nation Media https://nation.africa/kenya/counties/kilifi/house-help-linked-to-rahab-karisa-stabbing-bought-mother-shopping-then-fled-towards-uganda-4317464   Tuko News https://www.tuko.co.ke/kenya/counties/514730-rahab-karisa-5-photos-kilifi-county-officer-allegedly-killed-by-house-help/ Pulse https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/local/kilifi-officer-rahab-karisas-husband-uncovers-househelps-motive-for-stabbing-her/ymtfg3v   People Daily https://www.pd.co.ke/news/suspected-murderer-detained-as-new-details-emerge-193109/   KENYA NEWS AGENCY https://www.kenyanews.go.ke/sombre-mood-as-mourners-call-for-justice-for-slain-kilifi-chief-officer/   Facebook https://web.facebook.com/mmera.maxwel/?_rdc=1&_rdr KENYANS.CO.KE https://www.kenyans.co.ke/news/91500-autopsy-results-detail-how-killifi-chief-officer-was-murdered

This is the story of Kevin Matundura:  A cautionary tale about the intersection of youth and poor decision-making, and how one person's choices can irreversibly shape their destiny.  *This podcast episode discusses a true crime case involving a non-descriptive incident of sexual assault. While we approach this topic with sensitivity and discretion, we wish to forewarn listeners that it may be distressing for some. Listener discretion is advised* Credits: Cover Art F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) News Credits & Clips: Standard Media https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health/counties/article/2001467131/man-who-fell-in-love-with-house-help-during-robbery-sentenced-to-death   Daily Nation https://nation.africa/kenya/counties/nakuru/death-sentence-for-robber-who-fell-in-love-with-victim-4123692   Tuko News https://www.tuko.co.ke/kenya/494649-nakuru-man-fell-love-house-robbery-incident-jailed-life/   Daily Nation https://nation.africa/kenya/counties/nakuru/puzzle-of-armed-robber-who-fell-in-love-with-his-victim-4091058   Citizen Digital https://www.citizen.digital/news/two-thugs-face-long-jail-term-after-one-asked-female-victim-to-meet-him-at-restaurant-after-robbery-n312943   Mtaa Wangu Nakuru https://www.citizen.digital/news/two-thugs-face-long-jail-term-after-one-asked-female-victim-to-meet-him-at-restaurant-after-robbery-n312943   Nairobi Wire https://nairobiwire.com/2023/02/death-sentence-for-armed-robber-who-asked-victim-out-on-a-date.html   The Star https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/realtime/2023-02-15-two-men-handed-death-sentences-for-robbery-with-violence/   TV 47 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3F6eASc2kc   Faculty of Law Blogs/ University of Oxford https://blogs.law.ox.ac.uk/research-and-subject-groups/death-penalty-research-unit/blog/2022/06/death-penalty-kenya-punishment

In Part 2 of the case of Herman Rouwenhorst, we go deeper into the intricate details of Herman Rouwenhorst's murder and reveal the suspects' potential motives, shedding new light on this shocking case. Credits: Cover Art - F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production - F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song - "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) Sources: De Telegraaf (Netherlands) NTV KENYA - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBDQKGz4uko⁠’   Kenya Law case library - ⁠http://kenyalaw.org/caselaw/cases/view/218696/⁠   National Council on the Administration of Justice Bail & Bond Policy Guidelines - chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/http://kenyalaw.org/kl/fileadmin/pdfdownloads/Bail_and_Bond_Policy_Guidelines.pdf NTV Weekend - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqo6mlRCXTs⁠

In Part 1 of this 2-part episode, we explore the intriguing and tragic story of Herman Rouwenhorst, a Dutch national who embarked on a serene life of retirement in Kenya's idyllic coastal region, only to meet a shocking and mysterious end.  Join us as we investigate the characters who were part of Herman's life and the puzzling circumstances of his murder. Credits: Cover Art - F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production - F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song - "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) Sources: NTV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBDQKGz4uko Aludah Klemarz TV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qh7dfFhJHVk&t=46s

This is the story of Priscilla Kolongei, a Kenyan flight attendant whose life took a dark and dangerous turn when she found herself at the centre of a high-stakes crime that would ultimately unravel her world. This true crime episode contains adult themes, and information regarding narcotic distribution which, may be distressing to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. Credits: Cover Art - F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production - F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song - "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) News Clips: Citizen TV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9tWhRk91P0

In this gripping first episode, we delve into the shocking murder of Ivy Wangechi. Ivy, a promising medical student at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, met her tragic end in a gruesome attack that sent shockwaves throughout her medical school community, and the entire country. Join us as we uncover the motives behind this heinous act and the impact it had on Ivy's loved ones and society at large. This true crime episode contains descriptions of violence and may be distressing to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. Credits: Cover Art: F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production: F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song: "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers) News Clips: Citizen TV Kenya https://youtu.be/VnSBQjx3-Hc?feature=shared Nairobi News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9I2Q0rW63LI NTV Kenya https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWN5wxcGSb0