The murder of Monica Kimani has left the public with more questions than answers, particularly regarding the role of her boyfriend, Yassir Mohammed, a Sudanese national and the country’s director of Caterpillar Inc., now known as Mantrac Kenya. Despite their close relationship and shared residence, Mohammed’s absence from key events following Monica’s death raises suspicions.
The Late Bussinesswoman Monica Kimani posing for a selfie back in 2017. Photo: Twitter
Mohammed was notably absent from Monica’s funeral, a curious fact considering their alleged plans for Monica to visit him in Dubai shortly before her murder. His failure to appear at the funeral, coupled with his swift removal of personal belongings from their shared home—confirmed by Monica’s brother in court—casts a shadow over his proclaimed trauma and grief.
The investigation revealed intimate details, such as Monica engaging in sexual activity before her death, and her DNA being found only on a pair of khaki shorts stained with blood. Yet, the DNA on the straps, bottle cans, and candles found at the crime scene did not match any known individuals, suggesting the involvement of unidentified parties.
A Photo Collage of Jowie Irungu and the Late Monica Kimani
The absence of physical struggle at the scene, the disabled CCTV system during the night of the murder, and the lack of blood stains in the living room point to a meticulously planned crime. The possibility that Monica was either incapacitated through drugging or killed elsewhere and then transported back to her house cannot be ruled out.
Joseph ‘Jowie’ Irungu, the last known person to be with Monica, was convicted of her murder. However, the presence of unknown DNA on the restraints used on Monica implies that others may have been involved. The lack of resistance or noise during the murder suggests that Monica could have been subdued, yet this theory was not thoroughly examined during the investigation.
The silence of Yassir Mohammed is deafening. His lack of cooperation with the authorities, his decision not to attend Monica’s burial, and his abrupt departure from Lemuria Gardens remain unexplained. The question remains: why was Mohammed never summoned, nor did he provide any statement or testimony?
As the case stands, the conviction of Jowie does not close the chapter on this tragic story. The involvement of other characters, the potential drugging of Monica, and the enigmatic behavior of Yassir Mohammed leave a trail of doubt and demand further scrutiny to uncover the full truth behind Monica Kimani’s untimely death.
