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Detectives grilling four men over visit to Kelvin Kiptum’s home before his death

Kaptagat Police Station

Kaptagat Police Station in Elgeyo Marakwet County where the suspects were held in connection with their alleged visit to the late Kelvin Kiptum's home before he died in a road crash.

Photo credit: Jared Nyataya | Nation Media Group

What you need to know:

  • Kiptum’s father had spoken about four strangers visiting the athlete’s home in Chepsamo village four days before his son met his tragic death.
  • Kiptum and his coach died on the spot, while a female passenger, with whom they were travelling survived with minor injuries.

The four men who allegedly visited the home of World Marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum four days before he died in a road crash are currently being grilled by detectives.

The suspects who were arrested on Wednesday are being questioned at Iten Police Station in Elgeyo Marakwet County.