Authorities have appealed to the residents of Mwihoko, Githurai 45, to return an important box that was taken after the wreckage of an aircraft that crashed in the area.
Officials are saying crowds gathered at the scene of the crash shortly after the incident to get a closer look.
In the midst of the chaos, a crucial box is said to have been removed from the aircraft.
The missing box, believed to contain crucial flight data, remains the top priority for investigators.
“The box is important for understanding what exactly happened that led to the crash. We are appealing to whoever has it to return it immediately," an official at the scene said.
The light aircraft that crashed on August 7, identified as a Cessna Citation 560, was said to be heading to Somalia.
Authorities stressed that withholding the box could hinder the investigation into the cause of the accident, as they called for cooperation from residents.
Mwihoko residents were also informed that tampering with the missing box or withholding crash evidence is against the law and could lead to prosecution.
“We understand that people were curious and shocked, but this box belongs in the hands of experts,” one of the officials reiterated.
The aircraft’s crash in the residential area sparked concern among locals, while no official cause has been released.
Preliminary reports indicate that the aircraft had two crew members and two medics on board.
Footage from the scene showed the aircraft engulfed in flames as onlookers gathered at a distance.
Emergency responders, including military personnel and police, quickly arrived at the crash site to secure the area and hold back the crowd.
The incident that occurred near a military base prompted a swift response from nearby officers.
Githurai 45 Sub-county Police Commander Maurice Odanga confirmed the incident, saying that aviation and security experts were at the scene to investigate.
Officials concluded their appeal by emphasising the urgency of the situation as the investigation remains ongoing and authorities continue their search.
