A somber mood has engulfed Limuru after a fire claimed the life of a 9-year-old boy on Friday night. The tragic incident occurred at the family’s home in Ngarariga village, where the inferno broke out while the child was asleep.
Neighbors and local authorities rushed to the scene but were unable to save the boy as the flames spread rapidly. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, with preliminary reports suggesting an electrical fault.
Area residents have urged the county government to enhance fire response services and promote safety awareness. The boy’s body was taken to the Tigoni Hospital Mortuary as police continue their investigations.
More to follow….
