A somber mood engulfed Vatican village in Ol Kalou, Nyandarua County, after the gruesome murder of a local egg vendor and mother of three, whose lifeless body was discovered in her rented home on the afternoon of Monday, June 16, 2025.
The victim, identified only as Moureen, was found lying in a pool of blood with her throat slit. The shocking discovery has left the tight-knit community reeling in fear and disbelief. Neighbors raised the alarm after noticing that her stall had not opened that morning and that her phone calls were going unanswered. Concerned residents eventually forced their way into her house, only to be met with the horrific scene.
The area representative confirmed that local authorities were alerted by residents at around 4 p.m., prompting a swift visit to the scene by community leaders and police. Law enforcement officers cordoned off the area as investigations commenced. The motive behind the murder remains unclear, and no arrests have been made as of now.
The Nyandarua police have launched a formal investigation into the incident. Forensic experts visited the scene, collecting evidence in an attempt to piece together what happened in the hours leading up to the murder. Officers are also reviewing any potential witnesses and appealing to members of the public to come forward with information that may assist in the ongoing inquiry.
Residents have expressed concern over what they describe as an escalating trend of violence against women in the region. Many are calling for urgent intervention to address insecurity and ensure justice is served swiftly and fairly. The local community has begun organizing vigils and meetings to raise awareness on the increasing risk faced by women and vulnerable individuals in rural areas.
Human rights advocates have criticized the response time by authorities and decried the slow pace of investigations in previous cases involving violence against women. They are now pushing for reforms that prioritize the safety and protection of women in both rural and urban settings.
The tragic killing has left three children without their mother, compounding the emotional and psychological toll on the family. Community members are rallying together to support the children as they await the conclusion of investigations and potential legal proceedings.
The body of the deceased was taken to JM Kariuki Memorial Hospital Mortuary, where a post-mortem examination is expected to be carried out to aid in the investigation. Meanwhile, security patrols in the area have been heightened in response to growing public concern over safety.
