Six decomposing female bodies were found in a quarry in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi on Friday, according to police, sparking a protest at a nearby police station.
The bodies were discovered in various stages of decomposition, wrapped in nylon papers and reinforced with nylon ropes. The area has been cordoned off as a crime scene, and preliminary investigations suggest a similar mode of killing of the deceased. The bodies have been transported to a mortuary for postmortem examinations.
The identities of the deceased and the duration the bodies had been at the quarry remain unclear. Hussein Khalid, executive director of human rights group Vocal Africa, noted that the bodies were all women, tied with the same color of ribbons and sacks.
Angry residents marched to the nearby Kware police station, where they were dispersed by teargas as shots rang in the air. The discovery of the bodies has reignited public anger and highlighted Kenya's femicide crisis.
Recent anti-government protests in Kenya have resulted in civilian deaths and accusations of security forces abducting Kenyans. The discovery of the bodies has further intensified public outcry, following previous protests against government actions.
During the protests, security forces were reported to have used excessive force, resulting in numerous casualties. The presidency announced the resignation of the country's police chief and subsequent changes in the cabinet.
The incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by Kenya in addressing violence against women and the need for greater accountability within the security forces.
