Fresh details have emerged in the mysterious death of Nairobi quantity surveyor Edgar Mokua after CCTV footage from a nightclub in Lavington surfaced online, adding a new twist to a case that has sparked widespread concern.
According to information circulating online, the footage shows Mokua leaving Club Ibiza at Lavington Mall alongside a woman on the night he was last seen alive. Witnesses claim that before he exited the club, he appeared unwell after allegedly consuming a drink suspected to have been laced with an unknown substance.
The video has also drawn attention to a brief interaction involving another man who reportedly approached Mokua, seemingly noticing that something was wrong. However, the woman is seen leading Mokua away from the club before they disappear from view.
Days later, Mokua’s body was found in an open field in Roysambu, bringing a tragic end to what had initially been reported as a missing person’s case. Investigators are treating the circumstances surrounding his death as suspicious and have identified the woman captured in the CCTV footage as a person of interest. Police have appealed to the public for any information that could help trace her whereabouts.
The incident has deeply affected those who knew Mokua, who describe him as a dedicated professional with a promising future. Colleagues and friends say his death has left many in disbelief, with some calling for swift justice and a thorough investigation into the events leading to his final moments.
The case has also renewed concerns over drink-spiking incidents in Nairobi’s entertainment spots. Safety advocates are urging revelers to remain vigilant, avoid leaving drinks unattended, and look out for friends during nights out.
As detectives continue piecing together the evidence, Mokua’s family is awaiting answers while hoping those responsible, if any wrongdoing is established, will be brought to justice. The outcome of the investigation is expected to shed more light on the events that led to the young professional’s untimely death.