A 24-year-old man has been arrested in Samburu County after he allegedly killed his mother following a heated argument over money. The incident, which took place in Mtaro village, has left residents in shock.
According to witnesses, the suspect confronted his mother, Alice Munesi Leparuiya, 50, demanding money. When she informed him that she did not have the cash he wanted, the confrontation quickly escalated into violence. The young man, who is the fifth child of the deceased, reportedly attacked her, striking her on the right side of her rib. She collapsed during the assault and succumbed to the injuries moments later.
Neighbors rushed to the scene but were unable to save her life. The suspect attempted to flee but was pursued and apprehended by members of the community before being handed over to the police. Authorities later confirmed that the body was moved to Samburu County Referral Hospital, where a postmortem examination is expected to be conducted. The suspect is set to appear in court to face murder charges.
In a separate case in Gambogi, Vihiga County, 29-year-old Geoffrey Sare died after being assaulted by a man known to him. He sustained serious injuries to the neck and was rushed to hospital but succumbed on August 23. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect, who is expected to face murder charges once arrested.
Elsewhere in Bungoma County, the body of an unidentified man was found dumped by the roadside in Musikoma area, Milele village. Investigators believe the murder occurred elsewhere before the body was left at the scene. Blood was seen oozing from the man’s nose, and a cigarette alongside two half-smoked rolls of bhang were recovered near the body. The remains were moved to the local mortuary pending an autopsy and further inquiries.
Authorities have raised concerns over the rising number of murder cases across the country. Police say up to eight homicide incidents are reported daily, forcing the establishment of a special homicide unit to handle the growing trend. The recent cases in Samburu, Vihiga, and Bungoma highlight the urgent need for more effective interventions to curb violent crime and address underlying social issues.
