Embu: The family of a University of Embu student, whose body was discovered floating in a dam within the university compound on Saturday afternoon, has called for a thorough probe into the cause of his death. This plea follows preliminary postmortem findings indicating that 22-year-old second-year student Daniel Amaya died from drowning.
According to Kenya News Agency, the postmortem was conducted on Monday at Embu Level Five Hospital Morgue in the presence of his family. However, journalists covering the event were ejected by detectives for unknown reasons, leaving them to rely on the family’s report on the findings. The family expressed dissatisfaction with the results and is calling for more investigations to uncover the truth behind his mysterious death.
“The doctor conducting the autopsy told us he had drowned, but how he ended up in the dam is what is baffling us,” said the deceased’s elder brother, Josphat Amaya, while dismissing the possibility of suicide. “Our hearts will find rest once we know what exactly led to the death of our brother.”
Josphat recounted the agony the family endured trying to trace Daniel, who was reported missing on Wednesday, until the discovery of his remains three days later. “We traveled from Kisii County, after getting reports of his disappearance on Wednesday, and embarked on his search until Saturday when we were informed of the discovery of a body floating in a dam,” he said.
The incident occurred just two days after another student was found hanging from a tree within the university precincts. The circumstances surrounding both deaths remain unclear, prompting further investigation.
Embu West Sub-County Police Commander Zacharia Omae confirmed the deaths and stated that investigations are underway to unravel the cause of the two deaths. “We urge students and residents to remain calm as we conduct thorough enquiries. Additionally, we encourage anyone struggling with personal challenges to seek help and support,” he added. Omae also emphasized the need to strengthen security measures and enhance mental health programs to support students.