Autopsy Debunks Self-Harm Claims in Death of ICT Student Constance Githinji as Family Seeks Justice

The family of student Constance Githinji demands justice after an autopsy proves she was killed in Kileleshwa. Read the latest on the investigation into Tony Odhiambo.

By: AXL Media

Published: May 1, 2026, 4:21 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from TUKO.co.ke

Autopsy Findings Contradict Initial Suicide Claims

The investigation into the tragic death of 22-year-old Murang'a University student Constance Githinji has taken a significant turn following a comprehensive autopsy. Conducted on Thursday, April 30, the report by government and family-appointed pathologists established that Githinji was killed. This formal finding directly contradicts the initial narrative provided by the primary suspect, Tony Odhiambo, who claimed the influencer had ended her life by jumping from a building in Nairobi’s Kileleshwa area.

Detailed Examination Reveals Evidence of Physical Assault

According to Githinji’s family, the autopsy revealed a series of violent injuries that suggest a struggle and a deliberate attack. Githinji’s aunt confirmed that the student suffered a broken left hand, two broken legs, and abrasions on the back of her head. Most critically, the report noted that she had been struck by a blunt object and that one of her lungs had collapsed. Pathologists and officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) concluded that these specific injuries were inconsistent with a simple fall as described by the suspect.

Family Demands Accountability Amid Burial Preparations

The grieving family, currently making burial arrangements at the Kenyatta University Funeral Home, has issued a public plea for a transparent and swift judicial process. Speaking to the press, Githinji’s aunt emphasized that they are seeking justice not only for their daughter but to ensure that such violence does not go unpunished, preventing other families from experiencing similar trauma. The family plans to lay Constance to rest next week while the DCI continues to probe the events leading up to her demise.