Geoffrey Mugendi
| Name | Geoffrey Mugendi |
|---|---|
| Age | 40 |
| Occupation | Roofer (Kiambu County) |
| Incident Date | 7 July 2025 (Saba Saba Protests) |
| Location | Thindigua, Kiambu |
| Injury | Shot by police; leg amputated |
| Status | Permanently disabled |
🚨 Shot and Permanently disabled
🧍 Background
Geoffrey Mugendi, a 40-year-old father of two and professional roofer, was shot by police during the 2025 Saba Saba Protests while seeking safety in Kiambu. Though he was not actively protesting, he was struck by a bullet allegedly fired by a police officer dispersing demonstrators.
💔 Eyewitness Account
According to his friend Melkizedik Mchasia:
“Kidogo kidogo nilianza kuskia risasi, askari alitoka akanishoot… lakini ikapiga rafiki yangu Geoffrey.” (“Little by little I began to hear gunshots, a police officer came and shot me… but it hit my friend Geoffrey.”)
The gunshot caused critical damage, and Geoffrey’s leg was amputated at Kenyatta National Hospital.
👪 Family Impact
His wife, speaking to local media, described the devastating aftermath:
“Mume wangu amerudi kuwa kama mtoto… Hawezi tusaidia tena.” (“My husband has returned to being like a child… He can't support us anymore.”)
The family condemned remarks by national leaders, including the President, that encouraged shooting protestors in the leg.
🎥 Multimedia
- Video Report – Geoffrey Mugendi's Story (YouTube)
- K24 Article: Man's leg amputated after Saba Saba shooting