Meru University Student Leader Evans Njoroge shot dead

A popular student at Meru University was on Tuesday  shot dead during chaotic violent demonstrations at the institution.

Secretary General of the University's student's association Evans Njoroge succumbed after a bullet hit his head.

play Meru University students block roads as they engage police trying to disburse them (Facebook)

It is not clear the circumstances under which Njoroge was shot as he and his colleagues participated in a chaotic protest against an increase in school fees.

Pulselive.co.ke contacted the administration of Meru University but declined to comment on the incident, only promising to issue a comprehensive statement later.