Deputy County Commissioner collapses, dies in his house

Kwale, Kenya: Matuga Deputy County Commissioner Chedotum Kamunyan collapsed and died in his house.

Mr Kamunyan's sudden death, which occurred on Saturday night, has shocked many as he showed no signs of ill health during the day.

An official within the county security administration who asked not to be named yesterday said Kamunyan, who lived alone was found limp at his doorstep at around 11.00pm, with the door open.

"A neighbour who was coming home after watching the Man City versus Barnsley match found the body of the officer," the official said.

Msambweni OCPD Joseph Omijah confirmed the incident, which he termed as unfortunate.