A spokesperson at Moi Instructing and Referral Hospital in Eldoret metropolis, Owen Menach, confirmed Cheptegei’s demise as we speak.
Menach stated the long-distance runner died early morning in spite of everything her organs failed.
She had been absolutely sedated on admission on the hospital.
Cheptegei competed within the ladies’s marathon on the Paris Olympics lower than a month earlier than the assault. She completed in forty fourth place.
Trans Nzoia County Police Commander Jeremiah ole Kosiom stated on Monday that Cheptegei’s accomplice, Dickson Ndiema, purchased a jerrican of petrol, poured it on her and set her ablaze throughout a disagreement on Sunday.
Ndiema was additionally burned, and was being handled on the identical hospital.
Menach stated Ndiema was nonetheless within the intensive care unit with 30 per cent burns, however was “bettering and secure”.
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Cheptegei’s dad and mom stated their daughter purchased land in Trans Nzoia to be close to the county’s many athletic coaching centres.
A report filed by the native chief states that the 2 have been heard combating over the land the place the home was constructed earlier than the hearth began.
The Uganda Athletics Federation eulogised Cheptegei on the social platform X, writing, “We’re deeply saddened to announce the passing of our athlete, Rebecca Cheptegei early this morning who tragically fell sufferer to home violence.”
“As a federation, we condemn such acts and name for justice. Might her soul relaxation In Peace.”
Uganda Olympic Committee President Donald Rukare known as the assault “a cowardly and mindless act that has led to the lack of an ideal athlete”.
