New details have emerged regarding the disappearance of Brian Odhiambo, who went missing in January 2025, allegedly at the hands of Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers.
According to the family’s lawyer, Abuya Mugendi, an informer has come forward with claims that Brian’s body is being held within Lake Nakuru National Park.
The source alleges that Brian’s body was among six others discovered in a shallow grave in the park.
“I’ve spoken with the informer, and we believe there is a grave site at Lake Nakuru National Park,” said Abuya.
This new revelation prompted both the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Odhiambo family to request access to the park for further investigation.
However, upon arrival, KWS officers denied them entry, fueling growing suspicions of foul play.
“DCI officers, who are responsible for processing crime scenes, were told they could not enter because it is a protected area.
KWS officers stated that they must approve any access for the investigation,” Abuya explained.
In response to these developments, the family lawyer, representing Vocal Africa, has filed a complaint with the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), urging immediate action regarding Brian Odhiambo’s whereabouts.
“I have asked the DPP to consider placing the informer under witness protection, as we believe it’s crucial.
Additionally, I’ve requested that the DPP take legal action to explain why it takes days or even a week for approval to access the crime scene,” the family lawyer added.
The new information comes just days after Brian Odhiambo’s family and human rights activists filed a petition in Parliament on March 11, 2025, calling for action against KWS officers.
Odhiambo, a fisherman, went missing on January 18, 2025, after allegedly being taken by KWS officers.
Despite a search through hospitals and morgues in Nakuru, the family has not found any trace of him.
The High Court in Nakuru ruled on February 6, 2025, that Brian Odhiambo was not in KWS custody.
However, the family has since appealed the ruling, expressing dissatisfaction with the decision by Justice Julius Nangea.
