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The Mysterious Case of Rex Masai: A Tragic Tale of Protests and Police Actions

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Find out what led to the untimely demise of Rex Masai during anti-tax protests in Nairobi. Dive into the chaos and aftermath of the fatal shooting.

In the midst of anti-Finance Bill protests in Nairobi, a tragic incident unfolded when Rex Masai lost his life to a night bullet. Chaos and turmoil gripped the streets as protesters clashed with police, resulting in looting and bonfires burning in the darkness. Rex Masai's mother, breaking her silence, revealed that she learned of her son's shooting through his friends, adding a heartbreaking layer to the already tense situation. The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) stepped in to investigate the police shooting that claimed Rex Masai's life, sparking outrage and demands for justice from the community.

As details emerged, it became clear that Rex Kanyike Masai succumbed to gunshot wounds during the protests, escalating the anger and frustration felt by many. Amnesty International-Kenya condemned the use of live bullets by police officers, highlighting the dangerous consequences of excessive force on peaceful demonstrators. The call for accountability grew louder as NTV Kenya reported IPOA's initiation of a probe to uncover the truth behind the fatal shooting, shedding light on the need for transparency and justice in such cases.

In a surprising turn of events, young fossil hunters made a rare discovery of a teen T. rex fossil, capturing the attention of the public with their unique find. Meanwhile, the mother of Rex Kanyike Masai accused the police of negligence in handling the protests, adding a personal dimension to the tragedy. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) intervened, directing IPOA to expedite their investigations into Rex Kanyike's death, signaling a potential breakthrough in seeking justice for the fallen protester.

As the country mourned the loss of Rex Kanyike Masai, more details emerged about the man behind the tragedy, revealing little-known aspects of his life. The community remained united in their demand for accountability and justice, emphasizing the importance of peaceful protests and ensuring the safety of citizens during demonstrations.

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Rex Masai: What went wrong? Mystery of night bullet that claimed ... (Daily Nation)

As the sun went down and darkness was taking over, the streets of Nairobi witnessed chaotic scenesโ€” including looting and lighting of bonfires.

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Rex Masai's mother breaks silence on his death (The Star, Kenya)

The mother to Rex Masai, the man killed during the anti-Finance Bill protests in Nairobi now says that she was informed of his son's shooting by his friends ...

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IPOA to investigate police shooting of anti-tax protester Rex Masai (Daily Nation)

Amnesty International-Kenya has castigated police officers for using live bullets on protesters as evidenced by spent cartridges collected in the streets of ...

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Kenya finance bill: Anger after man shot dead during anti-tax protests (BBC News)

Rex Kanyike Masai died of gunshot wounds, a doctor from a hospital in the capital, Nairobi, has told a local newspaper. Police fired tear gas and water cannon ...

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NTV Kenya: IPOA to investigate police shooting of protester Rex Masai (NTV Kenya)

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has launched a probe into the fatal shooting of.

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Young fossil hunters discover rare teen T. rex (Science News for Students)

In public view, scientists at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science will prepare the fossil for display. Their work will take about a year.

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Mother Accuses Police of Negligence After Son is Shot Dead During ... (Capital FM Kenya)

Nairobi, Kenya, June 21 - The mother of Rex Kanyike Masai, a 29-year-old man shot dead by police during Thursday's anti-Finance Bill protests, ...

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ODPP Grants IPOA 21 Days to Conclude Investigations Into Death of ... (Kenyans.co.ke)

ODPP confirmed that Rex Kanyike Masai, aged 29 years old, died while receiving medical treatment.

Little-known details of Rex Kanyike, man shot during protests (The Star, Kenya)

The country has been thrown into mourning after the death of one protester who was shot Thursday evening in Nairobi. Family and friends of Rex Kanyike, ...

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Rex Kanyike shooting: DPP directs IPOA to investigate and submit ... (The Standard)

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Renson Igonga, has directed the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to submit an inquiry report ...

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Azimio demands resignation of IG Koome, commander Bungei over ... (Citizen Digital)

Azimio leaders on Friday called for the immediate resignation of the Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome, Nairobi police boss Adamson Bungei for the ...

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CCTV Footage Reveals Final Moments of Anti-Finance Bill Protester ... (Kenyans.co.ke)

Rex Masai is said to have been fatally shot by a police officer during Thursday's anti-finance bill protests.

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Excessive bleeding from gunshot: Post-mortem reveals how Rex ... (Daily Nation)

Body taken to Lee Funeral Home for burial arrangements as calls for justice continue to grow.

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NTV Kenya: DPP gives IPOA 21 days to investigate Rex Masai ... (NTV Kenya)

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has given the Independent Police Oversight Authority.

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NTV Kenya: Exclusive footage: Moments before Rex Masai's fatal ... (NTV Kenya)

NTV has obtained exclusive footage that shows what took place on Thursday night leading to the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Rex Masai.

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We want justice for our son, says Rex Masai's family (Nairobi News)

"What would you say to the policeman who shot your son if you had the opportunity to meet him?" Nation.Africa asked Gillian Munyao, the mother of the late ...

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LSK issues 3-week ultimatum for DCI, IPOA to unmask Rex Masai's ... (Capital FM Kenya)

Masai died after sustaining gunshot wounds following shooting blamed on the police. He was participating in demonstrations against the Finance Bill on ...

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We want justice for our son, says Rex Masai's family (Daily Nation)

Nation.Africa asked Gillian Munyao, the mother of the late Rex Masai. She replied: "I am a woman who believes in God and I don't want to take revenge.

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