A dramatic and tragic incident unfolded in Nyamache, Kisii County, when villagers lynched a man who had allegedly killed his father during a domestic feud. The shocking event has left the community in fear and raised concerns about the growing trend of violent family disputes and mob justice in the region.
The incident occurred on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Emanwa location when 32-year-old Enock Obwaya fatally attacked his 80-year-old father, James Ongige Obwaya, following a heated quarrel at their homestead. Witnesses reported that Enock struck his father repeatedly on the head with a club as his mother tried to intervene. Despite her desperate screams for help, no one responded immediately, and the elderly man collapsed with severe injuries.
Alarmed villagers later attempted to rescue James and take him to hospital. However, Enock, who had armed himself with a panga, allegedly chased them away, threatening to harm anyone who came closer. Out of fear, neighbors abandoned the rescue mission, leaving the injured man lying outside his gate. Sadly, he succumbed to his injuries during the night.
The following morning, when residents discovered that James had died, tension flared. The villagers mobilized and launched a manhunt for Enock, who had attempted to flee to a neighboring village. He was eventually cornered by an angry mob, beaten to death, and his body set ablaze. Police arrived later and moved both bodies to the mortuary for post-mortem examinations.
Investigations revealed that Enock had been released on bail just two days earlier, on September 18, after facing assault charges at the Ogembo Law Courts. His father was a key witness in the case, and authorities believe bitterness over the pending matter was the motive behind the fatal attack.
Local residents confirmed that the family had a long-standing dispute, noting that Enock appeared resentful and unstable following his release. The killing and subsequent mob lynching have highlighted the fragile state of family relations in parts of Kisii, where conflicts often spiral into violence.
Authorities have expressed concern over the rising number of mob justice incidents in Kisii and neighboring counties, many of which stem from family feuds and land-related disputes. Security agencies say they are intensifying efforts to address such cases and restore public confidence in the legal system.
