UK MP John Healey Meets Family of Agnes Wanjiru, Killed by British Soldiers

United Kingdom Secretary John Healey MP has met with the family of the late Agnes Wanjiru in Kenya on Monday, April 7, 2025.

A British soldier allegedly killed Agnes Wanjiru, and her body was dumped in a septic tank in 2012.

“It was deeply humbling to meet the family of Agnes Wanjiru today. In the 13 years since her death, they have shown such strength in their long fight for justice. I reiterated my determination to see a resolution to the still unresolved case,” said John Healey.

Further, he stated that he will offer full support to the Kenyan investigatory authorities to secure justice for the late Agnes Wanjiru.

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John is set to meet President William Ruto today to emphasize the need to speed up investigations in the case that has stalled for the past 13 years.

“Our government will continue to do everything we can to help the family secure the justice they deserve,” he said.

According to John Healey, the investigations will include visits by Kenyan investigators to the United Kingdom in the quest to interview witnesses who were present during the Crime.

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Family of the Late Agnes Wanjiru Speaks

“More than 13 years have passed since Agnes was killed, and almost 6 years have gone by since a Kenyan inquest determined that she was murdered by British soldiers. Yet so little progress seems to have been made,” the family started.

Further, the family recounted the devastating impact that the death of Agnes had caused them.

However, they expressed their gratitude to the UK Secretary, hoping that it marks the beginning of decisive action from the UK government and the Ministry of Defence to ensure a proper investigation into what happened to Agnes.

In addition, they called for justice and accountability for her death, which had caused trauma among the family members.

“It was not only the shock of losing Agnes at such a young age, but also the horrific circumstances in which her body was found and all the trauma and struggle our family has been put through,” they said.

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