dr victoria mutiso

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Dr. Victoria Mutiso, a renowned Kenyan psychologist and mental health researcher, was tragically shot dead in Nairobi in a suspected targeted attack.

Dr. Victoria Mutiso, a leading figure in Kenyan mental health research and psychology, was fatally shot in Nairobi by assailants described as a motorcycle gang. This high-profile killing has prompted investigations by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Kenya, raising concerns about safety and violence targeting professionals. Her death represents a significant loss to the mental health community in Kenya and has caused widespread public distress and media coverage.