Detectives in Kenya are actively pursuing leads on a man they suspect may have played a pivotal role in the death of businessman Campbell Scott, who was found dead in a remote forest after going missing while on a work trip.
Scott, 58, had been reported missing just days earlier after leaving his hotel in Nairobi.
His body was discovered in the Makongo Forest, a notorious dumping ground, over 80 miles from where he was last seen.
A Mysterious End for a Senior Executive
Campbell Scott, originally from Dunfermline, Scotland, was in Nairobi for a business trip with his employer, Fico, a credit scoring company where he worked as a senior director.
He had checked into the Marriot Hotel in Nairobi’s Westlands area on February 15, 2025, and was reported missing the following evening.
Seven days later, his lifeless body was found near the Wote-Machakos road in Makongo Forest.
The Final Hours and CCTV Footage
CCTV footage from February 16 showed Scott with another man at 4:39 pm.
Local reports suggest that the man in question booked a taxi, traveling with Scott to the Pipeline slum in Nairobi.
Police later arrested the taxi driver, who has since been released on bail, though his vehicle remains impounded.
Investigations are ongoing, with authorities piecing together the final hours of Scott’s life.
Theories About Torture and Theft
Detectives suspect Scott may have been held against his will at a property in the Pipeline slum before being robbed.
It’s believed the thieves targeted Scott’s money, and there are reports that he may have been tortured before his death.
Authorities are working to confirm these details through an autopsy and by analyzing Scott’s mobile phone for potential clues, including any financial transactions leading up to the murder.
A Crime Scene with a Dark History
The Makongo Forest is no stranger to such grim discoveries.
Locals have expressed their fear, stating that the area has become a frequent site for criminals to dump bodies.
In fact, only a year ago, the remains of two individuals were found within close proximity to where Scott’s body was discovered.
One local resident, Nicholas Muasa, described the forested area as “dangerous,” adding that it was better to find a body there than to encounter those responsible for such horrific acts.
Fear Among Locals and Calls for Action
For years, the people of Makongo have lived in constant fear of encountering criminals in the area, especially at night.
The lack of security and the regular discovery of bodies have fueled calls for the government to take stronger action.
Local traders and residents have shared their concerns, with some stating that it feels like “a body is found here every year.”
The community is desperate for authorities to address the growing crime problem in the region.
A Brutal End and Rising Tensions
The injuries sustained by Campbell Scott suggest that he endured a violent and torturous death.
Local government official Thomas Maitha confirmed that Scott’s body appeared to have been severely beaten, with his hands tied behind his back and his body unceremoniously stuffed into a sack filled with ripe pineapples.
This disturbing detail has only heightened fears that the area is becoming a place where criminals act with impunity.
As the investigation continues, Kenyan authorities face mounting pressure to solve the case and reassure the local population that they are safe.
The search for answers is just beginning, and detectives remain focused on finding those responsible for this tragic death.