“She was taken to hospital”: Leaked chats allege events before socialite’s death
This story has significance for readers across Kenya and beyond.
- Purported WhatsApp messages have gone viral online, claiming to reveal what happened to Zambian influencer Lisa Mutalu before her death
- The chats allege Lisa had been out with friends and later met her boyfriend, with claims of a serious altercation following
- Zambia Police confirmed investigations are underway but have not established an official cause of death or named any suspect
The death of Zambian social media influencer, content creator and model Lisa Mutalu has sent shockwaves across the internet, with purported WhatsApp messages now making the rounds online and claiming to detail the events that unfolded before she passed away.
Mutalu, also referenced in some posts as Lisa Mutula, reportedly died in the early hours of Thursday, August 20.
She had been active on social media shortly before her death, with posts showing her socialising with friends and associates, making the news of her passing all the more jarring for those who followed her.
What did the leaked chats reveal?
A screenshot of what appears to be a forwarded WhatsApp message has spread rapidly across social media platforms since news of her death broke.
The message claims Lisa had been enjoying a night out before later linking up with her boyfriend.
The message goes further, alleging that the couple had been experiencing tension in their relationship.
According to the claims, an argument broke out after Lisa reportedly ended things with him.
The message then makes additional serious allegations about what supposedly happened to Lisa after that point and the current status of her boyfriend.
None of the claims in the circulating screenshot has been independently verified.
Authorities have not publicly confirmed the sequence of events described, and no suspect has been named in connection with her death.
Despite this, the chats have fuelled intense emotional reactions online, with many calling on authorities to establish exactly what happened to the beloved content creator.
What did police say about Lisa's death?
Zambia Police confirmed they have launched investigations into the circumstances of Lisa's death.
According to local reports, Deputy Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha stated that as of August 20, the official cause of death had not yet been determined.
Officers are expected to release a further update once forensic investigations and all relevant reports have been completed.
While allegations of foul play have continued to spread widely online, police have not validated any of those claims or publicly identified anyone in connection with the case.
TUKO.co.ke will continue following this story and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
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