Tests have shown that there are no body parts found in Kenya Investigators say autopsies of bodies discovered in mass graves connected to...
Tests have shown that there are no body parts found in Kenya
Investigators say autopsies of bodies discovered in mass graves connected to a cult in Kenya revealed missing body parts and raised concerns that they may have been coerced to commit an act against their will. 21 more bodies were also discovered.
Following the shocking discovery of graves in Shakahola woodland last month, 133 deaths have been officially attributed to the alleged massacre.
Police presume that several of the bodies discovered close to Malindi on Kenya's Indian Ocean are those of Paul Nthenge Mackenzie's followers. It is believed that Mackenzie gave them orders to starve to death so that they may see Jesus Christ.
According to the chief coroner, Johansen Oduor, while malnutrition is thought to be the cause of death, some of the deceased, including children, are suspected of having been beaten or strangled.
More bodies will likely be discovered in the coming days, according to investigators.
Parts of the bodies had been removed, according to court records submitted on Monday, and investigators believed the accused were involved in organ trafficking.
