Juja: Man Dies After Jumping Off Bridge Onto Bisy Thika Superhighway

Many people in Kenya are struggling with mental health issues, and depression is a leading factor driving young men to take their own lives.

In a shocking viral story that has prompted mixed reactions online, a man from the Juja area ended his life. The man climbed a bridge and jumped onto the busy Thika Superhighway, striking his head on the roadway. He died instantly.

Witnesses say the man showed signs of severe distress prior to the jump. Relatives and neighbors described him as withdrawn in recent weeks, while some online commentators urged compassion and better mental health support. Police at the scene said there was no evidence of foul play and reported the death as an apparent suicide.

Mental health advocates emphasized the urgent need for expanded community services, open conversations about emotional wellbeing, and accessible crisis helplines. They urged families to watch for warning signs such as isolation, mood changes, or talk of hopelessness, and to seek professional help immediately.

The tragic incident is a reminder that timely support can save lives and that stigma around mental illness must end.

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