Shock in Malindi After Night-Time Chase
Residents of Malindi woke to news that Regina Ayen, a South Sudanese visitor, died after an overnight attempt to flee a private residence. Local media say she was running from her Caucasian partner when the incident unfolded under dim estate lighting.
Details of the Fatal Gate Fall
According to Deputy Police Commander Daniel Chacha (NTV Kenya), Ayen tried to scale the compound’s metal gate, lost grip, and landed on upward-facing spikes that punctured her right thigh. She was rushed to Malindi Sub-County Hospital but succumbed to profuse bleeding hours later.
Police Investigation and Autopsy Findings
Investigators from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations have recorded statements from neighbours and the unnamed partner. Preliminary autopsy notes, shared with reporters, cite exsanguination as the primary cause of death, with no other major injuries detected.
Family’s Response and Calls for Calm
Relative David Rachur thanked officers for their swift intervention and urged that the probe run its full course. “We will leave the matter in the hands of the DCI,” he told local television (NTV Kenya), adding that the family would cooperate fully while making burial arrangements.
Growing Spotlight on Tourist Town Safety
Malindi, famed for its white-sand beaches and expatriate enclaves, faces renewed scrutiny over guest safety. Local civil society groups note that night-time disputes in secluded villas have occasionally escalated, and they advocate clearer guidelines for landlords hosting international couples.