A suspected abduction victim whose photos went viral today morning has been identified as Jackson Njuguna Wambui by his family.

Photos of the unconscious man were widely shared after he was found dumped in the Ruaka area of Nairobi and later taken to Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) for treatment.

According to eye witness accounts, and family statements, Njuguna had visible signs of torture pointing to a harrowing ordeal in the hands of the perpetrators.

His medical condition remains critical. "Our kin is not in a stable condition, he is very bad.