The Kenyan long distance runner was killed in a traffic accident, his family have confirmed.
The tragedy took place at Kaptagat area along the Elgeyo Marakwet-Ravione Road in southwestern Kenya.
His coach, Rwanda’s Gervais Hakiziman, also lost his life during the accident.
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