authorities also found a charred phone, a backpack, and a five-liter jerry can, according to sources. “We have learned of the sad passing on of our Olympic athlete Rebecca
Cheptegei following a vicious attack by her boyfriend,” said Donald Rukare, head of the Uganda Olympics Committee, in a social media post.
We have learnt of the sad passing on of our Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei OLY following a vicious attack by her boyfriend. May her gentle soul rest in peace and we strongly condemn violence against women. This was a cowardly and senseless act that has led to the loss of a… pic.twitter.com/V8Mog3oMOX
— Donald Rukare (@drukare) September 5, 2024
“We vehemently condemn violence against women, and may her lovely spirit rest in peace. A great athlete has been lost as a result of this vicious and stupid crime. Her legacy will go on,” he said.
Although his burns were not as bad, the late athlete’s ex-boyfriend was brought to the hospital as well. Although he remains in critical care,
Dr. Menach said that his health is “improving and stable,” according to the BBC. During this tragic moment, our thoughts are with Cheptegei’s friends and family.
