Francis Ogolla: 5 Photos Of Photographer Karanja Mogire Who Survived Chopper Crash That Killed CDF

• Youthful photographer Frankford Karanja Mogire emerged alive from the helicopter wreckage after the tragic crash
• Unfortunately, Chief of Defence Forces Francis Omondi Ogolla lost his life in the same aircraft accident which happened on Thursday, April 18
• According to reports, Karanja is currently receiving medical care at Eldoret Regional Hospital

Photographer Frankford Karanja Mogire is currently in the hospital after miraculously surviving a chopper crash.

The tragic incident occurred on Thursday, April 18, when the helicopter crashed and burst into flames in Kaben, Elgeyo Marakwet county.

Unfortunately, Chief of Defence Forces Francis Omondi Ogolla lost his life in the same aircraft crash.

How did Ruto mourn Francis Ogolla?

President William Ruto confirmed that 10 KDF officers perished in the crash, leaving only two soldiers as survivors.

Among them, Karanja emerged alive from the wreckage. He is currently receiving medical care at Eldoret Regional Hospital (ERH).

Who's Karanja Mogire?

A close source told TUKO.co.ke that the young man was a photographer working for the Department of Defence.

He was also attached to the Chief of Defence Forces's office.

"Mogire was a skilled photographer at the Department of Defence. He was working under the Chief of Defence Forces office," the secure shared with TUKO.co.ke.

To help you understand him better, TUKO.co.ke has featured a collection of Mogire’s photos.

1. Professional photographer

Karanja is a very passionate photographer who has covered several government functions.

He is talented and does magic behind lenses.

2. Journalist

Moire is also a journalist by training, and this can explain why he is versed in film knowledge.

He described himself as a journalist who had previously worked at the Nation Media Group's NTV.

3. Young and energetic

Mogire is a young man whose career has not lasted for many years. Judging from his photos, he looks like someone in his early 30s.

4. Lucky man

There is no doubt that Mogire is a fortunate individual, considering he survived a fatal helicopter crash.

5. Always sharp

Mogire consistently appears stylish in his expertly tailored suits, which he often wears while attending prestigious government events as a photographer.

Details about KDF chopper crash

• The bodies of the deceased people, including Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Francis Ogolla, were airlifted to Nairobi.
• Francis Ogolla's daughter, Lorna Omondi Ogolla, mourned her beloved father.
• A video of President William Ruto claiming the KDF boss tried to overturn his victory after the August 2022 election has re-emerged.
• Mogire's close friend recalled calling the lucky photographer after the helicopter crash