Slain Ruiru tycoon linked to poaching cartel as claims emerge that he was the kingpin

People view the body of a tycoon who was shot dead by unknown assailants on Thursday evening near Ruiru town.The deceased identified as James Muchina was shot six times on the chest by people who were in a saloon car before speeding off towards Nairobi. PHOTO BY KAMAU MAICHUHIE.

Thursday’s fatal shooting of a businessman in Ruiru town has sparked speculations that he could have been executed due to his involvement in illegal ivory trade.

Sources say Fredrick James Muchina was a leading player in the illegal ivory trade, noting that he has on several occasions been on the Kenya Wildlife Services (KWS) watch list.