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British soldier dies after night out in Mombasa
British marine officers walk aboard a Specialised Vessel Services Naval warship, which docked at the Mbaraki Wharf on July 23, 2012. One officer died as he prepared to board the ship at the Port of Mombasa. He is suspected to have been drugged during a night out in the town. GIDEON MAUNDU
Posted Tuesday, July 24 2012 at 10:20
A British soldier collapsed and died Tuesday morning as he prepared to board a military ship at the Port of Mombasa.
The officer is suspected to have been drugged during a night out at a Mombasa entertainment spot Monday evening.
His wallet containing money and personal effects is missing.
Several suspects, including two Tuk Tuk drivers who took him and a female companion around the town are being held by police for questioning.
His body was removed to the Pandya Memorial Mortuary.
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