The body of Samuel Kaetuai, a police officer who was shot dead in Haiti last week during a security operation, will be repatriated back to Kenya for burial.
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja confirmed that all preparations have been finalised and the body is expected to arrive in Kenya anytime this week.
Speaking in Naserian village, Kajiado East, when he visited Kaetuai's family to condole with them, Kanja described the slain officer as a hero who died in the line of battle and assured his family of the government's support as they mourn their loved one.
The IG reiterated that the late officer would be given a befitting send-off and that the government would cover all burial expenses. "We have come here to condole with the family of Kaetuai.