By Lauryne Akoth
Autopsy results conducted by government pathologist Peter Ndegwa Reveal that the former NTV journalist Rita Tinina died of severe pneumonia.
The autopsy was conducted today in conjunction with Tinina’s family pathologist Dr. Mishaka. Speaking at Umash Funeral Home, the family’s spokesperson Mr. Timothy Njaga stated that the family members were content with the autopsy results and requested privacy during this difficult time.
“Rita died of severe pneumonia and we are satisfied with the results. We have closed that question. Of course, the members of the family are still asking for space and privacy.” Said Njaga. the celebrated journalist was found dead in her home in Brookly Springs Apartments in Kileleshwa after failing to report to work on Sunday.
The 46-year-old was epileptic and had been suffering from a severe fever for five days. She leaves behind an eight-year-old daughter.