Bodies found in Kenyan mass grave.
Police found a mass grave in Kericho, Kenya. It contained 32 bodies, mostly children and fetuses. Authorities are investigating how the bodies were buried.
The discovery began with a request to exhume 14 bodies. Instead, workers digging the graves found a much larger number of remains. The bodies included eight adults and twenty-five children. Young men were hired to dig the graves. Local officials suspect corruption is involved in the burial of the bodies.
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Highlights
Mass Grave Found in Kenya
Police found a mass grave with 32 bodies in Kericho, Kenya.
Children's Remains Predominate
The bodies were mostly children, infants, and fetuses.
Investigation Underway
Kenyan authorities are investigating the origins and burial of the bodies.
Workers Exhumed Remains
Unknown individuals hired workers to exhum the bodies from the grave.
Corruption Suspected
A governor suspects corruption related to the burial practices.
Perspectives
- A mass grave was found in Kericho, Kenya.
- The grave contained many bodies of children and fetuses.
- Authorities are investigating the discovery and the bodies' origins.
- The discovery raised concerns about burial practices.
Authorities suspect a deliberate act of concealment and potential corruption.
RFI
The investigation is focused on determining the natural circumstances of the burial.
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