The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has confirmed the death of a middle-aged man who jumped from the second floor of their Lake Basin office located at Lake Basin Mall in Kisumu on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
In a statement issued on Thursday, October 30, the tax authority said the man sustained serious injuries from the fall and later succumbed to them.
KRA expressed deep regret over the tragic incident and extended heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
“Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) wishes to confirm that an unfortunate incident occurred today, Thursday, 30th October 2025, at the KRA offices located at the Lake Basin Mall in Kisumu. A middle-aged man jumped from the second floor of the building, sustained serious injuries, and succumbed,” the statement read in part.
The authority confirmed that the matter has been reported to relevant authorities, with investigations currently underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
KRA indicated it fully cooperates with law enforcement officers to facilitate the ongoing investigations.
“The matter has been reported to the relevant authorities, and investigations are currently underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. KRA is fully cooperating with law enforcement officers to facilitate the ongoing investigations,” the statement added.
