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Edinburgh Live
28-05-2025
- Edinburgh Live
Man appears in court over alleged murder of Scottish businessman in Kenya
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Get the latest Edinburgh Live breaking news on WhatsApp A man has appeared in court accused of murdering a Scots businessman in Kenya. Alex Mutua denied murdering Campbell Scott on February 16, 2025 in Pipeline when he appeared before Justice James Wakiaga, according to the country's Citizen Digital. The body of the 58-year-old, from Dunfermline, Fife, was discovered in the Makongo Forest, about 60 miles from Nairobi on February 23, days after the he was reported missing during a work conference, the Daily Record reports. He was allegedly discovered by local herders with his hands and feet bound in a sack of pineapples which been left in undergrowth. Mutua was accused of committing the offence alongside other suspects but denied the charges. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. Prosecution lawyers told the court that they had filed an affidavit opposing bail, and the court directed them to submit the affidavit within three days formally. Additionally, the court ordered that a pre-bail report be prepared within 21 days. Campbell had been in the African nation for a business meeting in the capital Nairobi but was reported missing on February 17. It is believed he had been tricked and murdered. One of the suspects wanted for his murder, Samuel Musembi Kamitu, is said to have attempted to take poison before stabbing himself to death in a hideout in Nairobi's Dandora estate. Other suspects still on the run are Alphonse Munyao Kilewa, alias Edu, and Bernard Mbunga Mbusu. Mutua is expected to appear in court on June 17 for a pre-trial and a hearing on the bail application. Campbell's husband Simon Farrar posted on social media last month that he is planning a tribute so friends can pay their respect to the business chief, who has been described as having a 'heart of gold'. It said: 'The 'Moaning' of Life, a celebration for the life of Campbell Scott. 'In London, Saturday 31st May 2025. More information to follow!!' Friends were quick to respond, with one writing: 'I miss you Campbell and all the devious laughs we used to have. There is no better medicine that (sic) laughter and you were my pharmacy.' Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox An emotional memorial ceremony was also held last month in the US as heartbroken staff at a credit-scoring firm FICO who worked alongside the senior director gathered in Nashville to remember him. Co-workers broke down in tears as they struggled to tell stories reflecting on a 'kind man' who had a 'heart of gold'. He was praised for being a 'genuinely considerate' person by friend and work pal Mike Manaton. Mike said: 'Campbell is a man who is celebrated by people around the world in many languages on every continent. 'And as I think about my own friendship with him I remember how many of us around the world were privileged to know him and call him a friend.'
Daily Mirror
27-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Murdered Brit found in sack sees one charged after other suspect stabbed himself
Campbell Scott was reported missing on February 17 after he failed to return from a business meeting in the Kenyan capital Nairobi A man has been brought before a court, charged with the murder of a British man in Kenya, who was found in a sack of pineapples 60 miles away from the capital, where he had been attending a business conference. The Kenyan man accused of the murder, Alex Mutua, pleaded not guilty to killing Campbell Scott on February 16 of this year. Scott, a 58-year-old from Dunfermline, Fife, was found dead in the Makongo Forest, approximately 60 miles from Nairobi, on 23rd February, several days after he was reported missing during the business conference. The charges mark fresh progress in the murder case, after one of the suspects wanted in connection with the horrifying crime, Samuel Musembi Kamitu, recently met with a grisly end, reportedly attempting suicide by poison before fatally stabbing himself at a hideout in Nairobi's Dandora estate. Local herders allegedly discovered Scott's body, with hands and feet bound, hidden in a sack of pineapples left in the undergrowth. Mutua is accused of carrying out the crime with other suspects, but he denies the charges, reports the Daily Record. The prosecution informed the court that they had filed an affidavit opposing bail, and were instructed to formally submit it within three days. The court also ordered a pre-bail report to be prepared within 21 days. Scott had travelled to the African country for a business meeting in Nairobi and was reported missing on 17th February. It's suspected that he was deceived and subsequently murdered. Other suspects still at large include Alphonse Munyao Kilewa, known as Edu, and Bernard Mbunga Mbusu. Mutua is due to appear in court again on June 17 for a pre-trial and a hearing on the bail application. Simon Farrar, husband of the late Campbell Scott, recently took to social media revealing plans for a commemorative gathering so pals can honour the esteemed entrepreneur, fondly remembered for his "heart of gold". He announced: "The 'Moaning' of Life, a celebration for the life of Campbell Scott. In London, Saturday 31st May 2025. More information to follow!!" Scott's friends were swift to share their tributes online, with one heartfelt comment reading: "I miss you Campbell and all the devious laughs we used to have. There is no better medicine that laughter and you were my pharmacy." An equally poignant tribute occurred in the US last month, as bereaved employees from FICO, where Scott was a senior director, came together in Nashville to pay their respects. Co-workers broke down in tears as they struggled to tell stories reflecting on a "kind man" who had a "heart of gold". He was praised for being a "genuinely considerate" person by friend and work pal Mike Manaton. Praising him, Mike remarked: "Campbell is a man who is celebrated by people around the world in many languages on every continent. "And as I think about my own friendship with him I remember how many of us around the world were privileged to know him and call him a friend."
Daily Record
27-05-2025
- Daily Record
Man charged with murdering Scots businessman with 'heart of gold' in Kenya
Alex Mutua denied murdering Campbell Scott on February 16, 2025 in Pipeline when he appeared before Justice James Wakiaga, according to the country's Citizen Digital. A man has appeared in court accused of murdering a Scots businessman in Kenya. Alex Mutua denied murdering Campbell Scott on February 16, 2025 in Pipeline when he appeared before Justice James Wakiaga, according to the country's Citizen Digital. The body of the 58-year-old, from Dunfermline, Fife, was discovered in the Makongo Forest, about 60 miles from Nairobi on February 23, days after the he was reported missing during a work conference. He was allegedly discovered by local herders with his hands and feet bound in a sack of pineapples which been left in undergrowth. Mutua was accused of committing the offence alongside other suspects but denied the charges. Prosecution lawyers told the court that they had filed an affidavit opposing bail, and the court directed them to submit the affidavit within three days formally. Additionally, the court ordered that a pre-bail report be prepared within 21 days. Campbell had been in the African nation for a business meeting in the capital Nairobi but was reported missing on February 17. It is believed he had been tricked and murdered. One of the suspects wanted for his murder, Samuel Musembi Kamitu, is said to have attempted to take poison before stabbing himself to death in a hideout in Nairobi's Dandora estate. Other suspects still on the run are Alphonse Munyao Kilewa, alias Edu, and Bernard Mbunga Mbusu. Mutua is expected to appear in court on June 17 for a pre-trial and a hearing on the bail application. Campbell's husband Simon Farrar posted on social media last month that he is planning a tribute so friends can pay their respect to the business chief, who has been described as having a 'heart of gold'. It said: 'The 'Moaning' of Life, a celebration for the life of Campbell Scott. 'In London, Saturday 31st May 2025. More information to follow!!' Friends were quick to respond, with one writing: 'I miss you Campbell and all the devious laughs we used to have. There is no better medicine that (sic) laughter and you were my pharmacy.' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. An emotional memorial ceremony was also held last month in the US as heartbroken staff at a credit-scoring firm FICO who worked alongside the senior director gathered in Nashville to remember him. Co-workers broke down in tears as they struggled to tell stories reflecting on a 'kind man' who had a 'heart of gold'. He was praised for being a 'genuinely considerate' person by friend and work pal Mike Manaton. Mike said: ' Campbell is a man who is celebrated by people around the world in many languages on every continent. 'And as I think about my own friendship with him I remember how many of us around the world were privileged to know him and call him a friend.'
Daily Record
22-04-2025
- Daily Record
Husband of Scot murdered in Kenya speaks out after businessman found dead in sack of pineapples
The husband of Campbell Scott, from Dunfermline, Fife, is planning a celebration of his life after he was found dead in a forest near Nairobi in February. The husband of a Scots businessman found dead in a sack in Kenya is planning a celebration of his life. The body of Campbell Scott, from Dunfermline, Fife, was discovered in the Makongo Forest, about 60 miles from Nairobi on February 23, days after the he was reported missing during a work conference. The 58-year-old had his hands and feet bound and been left in undergrowth inside a sack of pineapples before being found by local herders. Now, husband Simon Farrar is planning a tribute so friends can pay their respect to the business chief, who has been described as having a 'heart of gold'. In a post telling pals to 'save the date', he shared a comical picture of his partner with a red nose. It said: 'The 'Moaning' of Life, a celebration for the life of Campbell Scott. 'In London, Saturday 31st May 2025. More information to follow!!' Friends were quick to respond, with one writing: 'I miss you Campbell and all the devious laughs we used to have. There is no better medicine that (sic) laughter and you were my pharmacy.' Another said: 'I will be there Campbell, I am so missing your naughty messages.' Mr Scott vanished on February 17 after flying to Nairobi on a work trip. The director at credit scoring firm FICO is thought to have had £12,000 drained from his bank account and his phone stolen after he was lured to his death. But medics were left baffled over the cause of his death after a postmortem revealed blows to his head, as well as other injuries, would not have been enough to kill him and carried out toxicology tests. A suspect accused of the murder was cleared after making a deal earlier this month. Albunus Mutinda Nzioki and Alex Mutua Kithuka were arrested over the death but after agreeing to give evidence against Kithuka and help catch two further suspects, Nzioki was freed. State prosecutor Joyce Olajo said Albunus will be a witness. Another suspect, Samuel Musembi, was previously found dead. Other suspects have been named as Benard Mbunga Mbusu and Alphonse Munyao Kilewa, alias Edu. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Earlier this month, US co-workers broke down in tears as they struggled to tell stories during a moving memorial service. Heartbroken staff at FICO who worked alongside the senior director gathered in Nashville to remember him. He was praised for being a 'genuinely considerate' person by friend and work pal Mike Manaton. Before speeches were heard at a picturesque setting in front of dozens of well-wishers. Music from Scotland featured during the memorial with Nashville Pipes and Drums playing both at the start and the end of the service. Co-workers took to a podium to share fond stories of Mr Scott. They told how he would turn his Scots thick accent on and off, and became a celebrity on regular visits to Mongolia giving him the nickname 'Genghis Campbell'. He would also do small things that made a 'huge impact' and would return from visits around the world bringing back gifts for colleagues.
Edinburgh Live
21-04-2025
- Edinburgh Live
Boyfriend of Scottish businessman found dead leads tributes to 'man with a heart of gold'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The boyfriend of a businessman who was found dead in a sack in Kenya has led tributes. Campbell Scott was discovered in the Makongo Forest, days after he was reported missing. The Dunfermline man has been hailed as having a 'heart of gold'. The 58-year-old was found with his hands and feet bound in February, reports the Daily Record. Now, partner Simon Farrar is planning a tribute so friends can pay their respect to the business chief, who has been described as having a "heart of gold". In a post telling pals to "save the date", he shared a comical picture of his partner with a red nose. It said: "The 'Moaning' of Life, a celebration for the life of Campbell Scott. "In London, Saturday 31st May 2025. More information to follow!!" Friends were quick to respond, with one writing: "I miss you Campbell and all the devious laughs we used to have. There is no better medicine than laughter and you were my pharmacy." Another said: "I will be there Campbell, I am so missing your naughty messages." Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Mr Scott vanished on February 17 after flying to Nairobi on a work trip. The director at credit scoring firm FICO is thought to have had £12,000 drained from his bank account and his phone stolen after he was lured to his death. But medics were left baffled over the cause of his death after a postmortem revealed blows to his head, as well as other injuries, would not have been enough to kill him and carried out toxicology tests. A suspect accused of the murder was cleared after making a deal earlier this month. Albunus Mutinda Nzioki and Alex Mutua Kithuka were arrested over the death but after agreeing to give evidence against Kithuka and help catch two further suspects, Nzioki was freed. State prosecutor Joyce Olajo said Albunus will be a witness. Another suspect, Samuel Musembi, was previously found dead. Other suspects have been named as Benard Mbunga Mbusu and Alphonse Munyao Kilewa, alias Edu. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. Earlier this month, US co-workers broke down in tears as they struggled to tell stories during a moving memorial service. Heartbroken staff at FICO who worked alongside the senior director gathered in Nashville to remember him. He was praised for being a "genuinely considerate" person by friend and work pal Mike Manaton. Before speeches were heard at a picturesque setting in front of dozens of well-wishers. Music from Scotland featured during the memorial with Nashville Pipes and Drums playing both at the start and the end of the service. Co-workers took to a podium to share fond stories of Mr Scott. They told how he would turn his Scots thick accent on and off, and became a celebrity on regular visits to Mongolia giving him the nickname "Genghis Campbell". He would also do small things that made a "huge impact" and would return from visits around the world bringing back gifts for colleagues.
