A hospital in Gikomba has denied claims that a bullet went missing following a shooting that left a woman dead and a boy injured, according to local media. The hospital stated that the bullet recovered from the injured teenager, Abdala Lihan, was preserved as both medical and evidentiary evidence and handled through proper channels.
The incident occurred in the Gikomba area, where a woman was fatally shot and a boy was injured. Local reports suggest the shooting took place during a confrontation, though details remain unclear. The hospital’s statement comes amid growing public concern over the handling of evidence in criminal cases.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the exact circumstances of the shooting or the status of the bullet. The hospital’s denial follows reports that the bullet was initially thought to be missing, raising questions about transparency.
The case highlights ongoing challenges in ensuring proper evidence handling in local law enforcement. (eastleighvoice.co.ke)
