Missing KFS Lawyer Esther Wairimu Found Dead in Juja

On Monday, July 7, 2026, authorities discovered the body of missing Kenya Forest Service (KFS) Legal Services Manager Esther Wairimu Keige in a coffee plantation at Area 4 near Karimenu in Juja, Kiambu County. The discovery brought a tragic end to nearly one month of uncertainty after the 54-year-old advocate disappeared under mysterious circumstances.

Body Found in Coffee Plantation

Juja Sub-County Police Commander Isaac Kombo confirmed that residents alerted officers after spotting the body. Police established that the remains were intact but had significantly decomposed. Investigators immediately secured the scene before beginning forensic examinations.

Later, two family members arrived and positively identified the body as Esther Wairimu Keige. Officers then transferred the remains to the mortuary for a post-mortem examination.

She Disappeared After Leaving Work

Esther had been missing since June 10, 2026, when she left her office along Kiambu Road. Her disappearance sparked concern among relatives, colleagues, and the legal fraternity.

The family reported her missing after efforts to reach her proved unsuccessful. Since then, investigators had been searching for clues about her whereabouts.

Investigations Continue

Police have launched comprehensive investigations to determine the circumstances surrounding her death. Detectives are examining all available evidence and following every possible lead.

They also expect the post-mortem examination to establish the exact cause of death. Authorities have urged anyone with information that could assist the investigation to report it to the nearest police station.

The death of the senior KFS legal officer has shocked colleagues and family members, who continue to seek answers as investigators work to uncover what happened during her final days.