Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) acting CEO and Senior Medical Specialist Dr. William Sigilai has revealed that Boniface Kariuki, the civilian shot by police in Nairobi CBD, suffered severe damage to the skull.
According to Dr. Sigilai, the hawker was shot with a rubber bullet. However, their suspicions will be confirmed after analysis by specialists.
“At this point, we were uncertain. We are not experts in that field. We are usually required to remove whatever we find and submit it for analysis by the relevant bodies.
“I can only say that we suspect it is rubber,” said Dr Sigilai while addressing the press.
Further, he explained that the surgery to remove the bullet lasted 2 hours, and the bullet was successfully removed.
“While his condition is still critical, he is alive and under close, round-the-clock observation and care by our medical team,” added KNH.
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KNH On the Medical Condition of Boniface Kariuki
Additionally, he explained that Boniface Mwangi Kariuki was shot on the left side of the head during the protests.
The bullet was removed, but he remains in critical condition and has been moved to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
Dr. Sigilai has explained that the businessman may have suffered brain damage.
“Upon arrival at the Accident and Emergency Department, he was critically ill with a gunshot wound to the head, resulting in severe brain injury and excessive bleeding.
“The emergency care team, led by the emergency physician, Dr. Janet Sugut, swung into action, stabilized his condition, and placed him on life support,” stated the hospital.
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Details of Other Patients Rushed to the Hospital
According to KNH, it received 16 protest-related casualties on Tuesday, June 17, with gunshot wounds and blunt force trauma.
Seven patients were admitted pending surgery, while nine were discharged.
“The injuries ranged from gunshot wounds to blunt trauma. Of these, 7 patients were admitted for further management, and 9 were treated and discharged.
“2 have undergone surgery, and 4 more are scheduled for surgical procedures today,” the hospital noted.
However, one other patient remains unidentified, having sustained a skull fracture reportedly from an assault.
“We commend the swift actions of first responders and the public who ensured the timely referral of casualties to KNH.”
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