{
  "id": 1642020,
  "title": "Autopsy confirms Githurai bouncer Eric Muiruri was shot twice",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/autopsy-confirms-githurai-bouncer-eric-muiruri-was-shot-twice",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-18T04:57:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Capital FM Kenya",
    "slug": "capital-fm-kenya",
    "url": "https://capitalfm.africa/autopsy-confirms-githurai-bouncer-eric-muiruri-was-shot-twice/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nairobi, Kenya—An autopsy conducted on August 18 has confirmed that Eric Muiruri, a bouncer at the Githurai club, died from two gunshot wounds. The examination, carried out at the Nairobi Funeral Home, revealed that one bullet entered his body and exited through his back, while a second bullet passed through his chest and abdomen, causing severe internal damage. Pathologist Bernard Midia noted additional visible injuries consistent with the time of death. These findings have reignited calls for a thorough investigation into Muiruri's death, which allegedly occurred during a police pursuit on August 9, after a robbery in Githurai. Police alleged Muiruri was among four men who robbed a passenger, but Muiruri's family denies this, stating their son was shot while on his knees. The autopsy supports this account, as the bullet's trajectory indicates the shooter was positioned higher than Muiruri. Muiruri's mother has demanded accountability for the officers involved, seeking justice for her son. The family is pushing for an independent investigation to determine if the police's version of events aligns with the forensic findings. Vocal Africa has joined the demand for justice, urging Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to ensure the findings lead to accountability. This case has sparked renewed debate over the use of force by law enforcement and the accuracy of official accounts in such incidents.",
  "summary": "NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 18— An autopsy has established that Githurai club bouncer Eric Muiruri died from two gunshot wounds, with the trajectory of one bullet raising fresh questions about the…",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}