Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has confirmed that its Chief Executive Officer, Captain William Ruto, is currently hospitalised following a tragic road accident on Friday evening.
In a statement, KPA said the crash left his daughter dead and several family members hospitalised.
“We are deeply saddened to announce that our Chief Executive Officer, Capt. William K. Ruto, was involved in a tragic road accident yesterday evening while traveling with his family,” the statement read in part.
“Regrettably, his daughter did not survive the accident. We extend our thoughts and deepest condolences to Capt. Ruto and his family during this time of immense grief.”
The Authority added that Capt. Ruto and the rest of his family members are in stable condition and receiving medical care under close supervision.
“We wish them quick and full recovery,” KPA said.
KPA further noted that it is fully cooperating with relevant authorities as investigations into the circumstances surrounding the crash continue.
The organization expressed gratitude to Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir and Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime for their swift assistance and support following the incident.
Captain Ruto, a veteran mariner with over three decades of service at the Kenya Ports Authority, was reappointed recently for a second term as Managing Director.
