A man identified only as Damian from Eldoret was discovered alive in a shallow grave in Kuinet days after he went missing under suspicious circumstances.
Damian vanished on the evening of Saturday, August 8, and was found the following morning after allegedly being abducted, tortured, drugged, and buried alive by unknown assailants.
How Damian Was Found
His survival was credited to a dog that detected the grave site and persistently circled the area, attracting the attention of local residents. Their prompt investigation led to Damian's rescue.
Witness Kolol Eye described the grim scene, noting that Damian had soil in his mouth and had endured exposure to heavy rains overnight. The quick response by the community was instrumental in saving his life.
Community and Social Media Reaction
The story rapidly spread on social media, with many Kenyans expressing relief and marveling at Damian’s survival, attributing it to divine intervention.
One social media user, Mercy Tarus, commented, "God sent a dog for her survival quick recovery. Mungu Ni nani.ajeni Mungu aitwe Mungu.tu ..AMEN."
Next Steps
Authorities have launched investigations into the circumstances surrounding Damian’s disappearance and attack, aiming to identify and apprehend those responsible.
