The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) is grieving following the murder of advocate Edward Muthee Kariuki, whose body was found outside his residence in Athi River, Machakos County, on Sunday, July 5, 2026.
In a statement, LSK described the killing as a “heinous act” and a dark moment for both the legal profession and the country, while calling on investigators to move with speed in bringing those responsible to justice.
“This heinous act is a dark moment for the profession and the nation. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and the wider legal fraternity,” the society said.
“We call upon the authorities to conduct thorough, swift, and impartial investigations, and urge anyone with information to come forward in the pursuit of justice”, it added.
According to LSK, Muthee, who practised under the name Edward Kariuki Law Advocates with offices along Kiambu Road, was found murdered outside his residence in Athi River.
LSK noted that the incident casts “a grim shadow on the state’s duty to protect the lives of its citizens” and reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the circumstances surrounding the advocate’s death are fully established.
“The Law Society of Kenya, through its Lawyer-Police Liaison Committee, is in close contact with the family and is actively following up on the ongoing investigations with the relevant authorities. The Society undertakes to continue giving updates,” the society further stated.
