Thomas Imbukwa, 42, died on April 21 after being found critically injured two days earlier.
According to his family, medical staff took the unusual step of restraining his hands, legs, and torso because he was unable to remain still due to severe pain, raising fears that he could harm himself or interfere with life-saving equipment.
His sister, Mikal Imbukwa, said she first learned of his condition while attending a burial in Vihiga County.
When she managed to speak with him by phone, he reportedly conveyed that he was in intense pain.
She then coordinated efforts to have him assisted at his residence in Donholm, from where he was rushed to Mbagathi Hospital.
Initial examinations revealed internal bleeding, prompting plans for further tests.
However, delays at the imaging unit forced the family to transfer him to another facility before he was later referred to Kenyatta National Hospital after doctors determined his lung injuries were too severe to manage.
Upon arrival in Nairobi, Mikal found her brother in critical condition. She said he appeared badly injured and persistently attempted to stand despite medical advice.
Due to his agitation and deteriorating state, doctors restrained him and later moved him to the High Dependency Unit, where procedures were carried out to manage fluid in his lungs.
Despite being placed on a ventilator, his oxygen levels remained low.
Plans to admit him to the Intensive Care Unit were hindered by a lack of available beds. Doctors warned the family that his chances of recovery were slim.
He later suffered cardiac arrest and was pronounced dead that evening.
The death has drawn widespread concern, with family members describing it as a devastating loss and calling for justice.
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