“He Looked Clean, Calm and Nothing Seemed Strange' Pain and Shock as Man Dies After Climbing Juja Flyover

Residents of Thika were left in disbelief on Saturday morning, September 13, 2025, after a man lost his life at the Juja Flyover along the busy Thika Superhighway. 

The tragic incident drew a huge crowd and sparked fresh conversations about depression and mental health in Kenya.

According to witnesses, the man had arrived at the flyover on a boda boda before being found dead shortly after. 

His sudden death shocked many who saw him only moments earlier.
Eyewitness Shares Emotional Account

Jennifer, a young businesswoman who works near the scene, was among those who interacted with the deceased before the incident. She described him as smartly dressed and polite.

“I saw him pay the rider and even tell him to use the money for tea,” she recalled. 

“He looked clean and calm. Nothing seemed strange, but soon after, we heard the sad news. It was painful to watch.”

Jennifer admitted the incident broke her heart and called on young people to open up about their struggles instead of suffering silently.

“Depression is real, but there is help. Talk to a friend, family member, or even share online. Someone will always be willing to listen,” she said.

The tragedy quickly spread on social media, where many Kenyans expressed sadness and urged one another to take mental health seriously.

One user, Elijah Gichohi, advised: 

“Do not fight silently. Even if life is hard, interact with others and share what you have. God will come through.”

Another, John Ndungu, wrote: 

“Depression is real, but many take it lightly. There is hope even when your mind says there isn’t. Speak out before it’s too late.”

Others echoed that suicide is never the solution, stressing that there are always alternatives and ways to seek help.