Police in Kakamega are investigating a disturbing incident after the body of a 20-year-old woman who went missing under unclear circumstances was found inside a septic tank in the Jua Kali Phase 2 area of Shieywe Ward, on the outskirts of Kakamega town.
The woman, identified as Wendy Edaa, was last seen on Friday before her sudden disappearance. Her family launched a frantic search when she failed to return home, but all efforts to trace her were unsuccessful. Days later, the search ended tragically when her body was discovered dumped inside a septic tank located behind a neighbor’s house.
According to family members, the condition in which the body was found raised suspicions of foul play. Her mother expressed deep sorrow and shock, saying that she believed her daughter had been killed before being disposed of in the tank. The victim’s father echoed the same sentiments, calling for a thorough investigation to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
The discovery has triggered outrage among residents of Jua Kali Phase 2, who gathered at the scene to condemn the incident. Led by community leaders, they demanded swift legal action against anyone linked to the crime, including the owner of the uncovered septic tank where the body was found. Locals decried the negligence that allowed the tank to remain open and called on authorities to enforce safety regulations to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
Police officers who visited the scene documented the evidence and coordinated the retrieval of the body from the septic tank. The remains were later taken to the Kakamega County Referral Hospital mortuary for postmortem examination as investigations continue.
The shocking discovery has left the community in grief and fear, with residents urging law enforcement agencies to enhance security in the area. They also appealed for justice for the young woman, describing her as cheerful and hardworking. Authorities are pursuing leads to determine the circumstances surrounding her death and whether the suspect or suspects are known to the victim.
The incident adds to growing concerns over the rising number of mysterious deaths and disappearances reported in different parts of the county.
