DPP Orders DCI to Investigate Betty Bayo’s Death After Family Request

• The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) commissioned the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI) to investigate the death of Betty Bayo
• Relatives questioned the circumstances of his death, claiming they were denied access to autopsy results and medical records
• The DPP said the gospel singer’s case will be reviewed transparently and according to the law, while Kenyans react to the news

The Director of Public Prosecutions has instructed the Directorate of Criminal Investigation to investigate the death of the gospel singer Betty Bayo.

His family, led by his mother Joyce Wairimu Mbugua, requested a DPP investigation, alleging the possibility of foul play.

Betty’s family said they were saddened by her sudden death, noting that she had no known medical conditions before her death.

Why did Betty Bayo’s family send a request to the DPP?

They raised concerns that his death may not have been normal and questioned the circumstances surrounding it. According to the family, they were denied access to post-mortem services and were not given his medical records or details of any treatment he received.

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Furthermore, they claimed that the burial was rushed, thus fueling suspicions. The family has now called for an independent investigation to establish the truth.

On Thursday, December 18, ODPP issued a statement regarding the request.

The ODPP noted that it received a formal complaint on Tuesday, December 9.

What did the DPP office say about the death of Betty Bayo?

“The complaint raises concerns and doubts about the circumstances surrounding his death, noting, among other issues, that the deceased had no known medical conditions and that the family was allegedly denied access to the autopsy report.”

The DPP then ordered DCI conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death and submit the subsequent file for review and appropriate action.

“The ODPP reaffirms its commitment to carry out its mandate independently, fairly, and in accordance with the Constitution and laws of Kenya,” the statement concluded.

Kenyans on social media are talking about the move:

@mianda_:

“The family and the first husband should be fair to the gentleman.”

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bosschick_chess:

“I love how Tash keeps quiet about everything; that’s how you know someone is smart.”

joyce_wanjira_:

“If it really was leukemia, Tash should sue the whole family.”

itsdoofyjax:

“Don’t you want this woman to rest?”

It will make him laugh:

“This will traumatize the children. It will destroy their minds and hearts. There is no need for this. Let Betty rest. She didn’t even want her story to be written online.”

Shishimih:

“Let the dead rest.”

What did Pastor Kanyari say about Tash?

In other news, Pastor Victor Kanyari urged netizens to leave his children and their stepfatherTash, alone amid ongoing public scrutiny.

He expressed concern over social media attacks and emphasized giving his family space to grieve and move forward.

Kanyari also encouraged church members to actively engage with the congregation to receive support when needed, stressing the importance of community, connection, and focusing on the future rather than past disputes.

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