Machakos County has been rocked by a string of violent incidents over the past few days, leaving residents alarmed.
In a shocking domestic incident, a 31-year-old woman, Annastacia Wanza, was found dead in her home in the Masinga area. Police reports indicate that she was killed with a mattock, which was discovered lodged in her head. Family members revealed that the couple had been involved in repeated quarrels. The husband is currently on the run as authorities continue their search. The body was moved to the mortuary pending an autopsy.
In a separate incident in Kavalya village, Kangundo, a livestock dealer, Nickson Muema, 34, was brutally attacked in his home during a robbery. A gang of about ten individuals reportedly broke into his house through a bedroom window and demanded cash. During the assault, Muema was struck on the head with a blunt object and later pronounced dead upon arrival at a local hospital. The gang escaped with an unspecified amount of money, and police have launched investigations to apprehend the suspects.
Adding to the violence, in the Kasinga area, a man and woman were arrested for allegedly torturing another man using a chisel and hammer in what authorities describe as a love triangle dispute. The victim was admitted to hospital in critical condition. Police confirmed that the suspects were detained, and the tools used in the attack were recovered at the scene.
These incidents have raised concerns among residents, with community leaders urging individuals to seek peaceful resolutions to conflicts. Authorities emphasize the importance of reporting disputes before they escalate into violent confrontations.
Machakos County, while largely peaceful, has seen an unsettling rise in violent incidents involving domestic conflicts, robberies, and personal disputes. Police continue to appeal to residents to exercise caution and collaborate with law enforcement to ensure safety and prevent further tragedies.
The ongoing investigations into these violent cases highlight the urgent need for stronger community awareness and proactive measures to curb such crimes.
