Residents of Ongata Rongai have been urged to remain vigilant during early morning runs after a dead hyena was found by the roadside.
A video that has since gone viral on social media shows the carcass of the hyena lying on top of a roadside guardrail as a man filming the scene warns joggers.
"Kwa wale wapenda morning runs, mkuwe careful. Tumepata huyu mjamaa hapa," he says in the clip.
The discovery has reignited concerns among residents, as hyenas have previously been spotted in the area and have reportedly attacked people. Some animals captured in past incidents were also alleged to have tested positive for rabies.
Wildlife experts have previously warned that the southern edge of Nairobi National Park serves as a wildlife corridor, allowing animals to stray into nearby residential estates.
Experts advise that if confronted by a hyena, people should avoid running, as this may trigger a chase. Instead, they should stand their ground, face the animal, make loud noises, and appear as large as possible to scare it away.
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Residents are also encouraged to report wildlife sightings or emergencies to the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) through its 24-hour hotline.
Following the latest discovery, locals have been urged not to touch the dead animal and to keep a safe distance until wildlife authorities respond.
Walking or jogging in groups, staying alert, and carrying a mobile phone are among the recommended safety precautions for those exercising early in the morning.
KWS had not issued an official statement on the dead hyena by the time of publication.
This is not the first reported human-wildlife encounter in the area. In May, KWS issued a public advisory urging residents of Syokimau and neighbouring areas to remain vigilant after reports of a hyena sighting.
"KWS wishes to assure the public that all necessary precautionary measures are being undertaken and there is no cause for panic," the agency said at the time.
In July, communities bordering the Maasai Mara National Reserve reported a series of hyena attacks.
Residents said the animals invaded the homestead of Titimet Olobwakita in Molibany Village, Talek Location, near Naboisho Conservancy, killing more than 50 sheep. The hyenas were also reported roaming dangerously close to homes, prompting residents to impose informal night-time lockdowns.
Late last year, two people were mauled by a hyena in Oloserian village, Ildamat, Kajiado County. Three dogs were also injured while attempting to fend off the animal before angry residents eventually killed it.
"As we talk, two of our people are in hospital. We don't even have money to pay their hospital bills. What is the government doing to protect us from these attacks?" said resident Mary Nanai.