The Director of Public Prosecutions directed the Directorate of Criminal Investigations to investigate the death of gospel musician Betty Bayo.
The directive followed formal concerns raised by the musician’s family over the circumstances surrounding her death.
The DPP instructed the DCI to complete investigations and submit a detailed report within seven days.
Prosecutors issued the directive in Nairobi under their constitutional mandate to oversee criminal investigations.
The family disputed the autopsy process conducted after the musician’s death and questioned its credibility.
Relatives also raised concerns over access to medical records and the accuracy of information provided by health facilities.
The DCI received instructions to review medical treatment received by the musician before her death.
Investigators also received a mandate to examine post-mortem procedures, reports, and supporting documentation.
The investigation required officers to establish a clear timeline from hospitalization to death using verifiable records.
The inquiry sought to determine whether any procedural lapses, negligence, or unlawful acts occurred during medical or post-mortem handling.
Betty Bayo died earlier this year in Kenya after receiving medical care, with circumstances that prompted family concern.
The official cause of death remained unresolved pending completion of independent investigative review.
Family members escalated their concerns through formal petitions submitted to prosecutorial authorities.
The DPP maintained supervisory oversight to ensure legality, accountability, and adherence to due process.
Findings from the DCI investigation were intended to guide prosecutorial decisions on any further legal action.
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