A manhunt is underway for a police constable accused of fatally shooting two women in Kitui County in what appears to be a tragic outcome of a love triangle gone wrong. The incident took place at Kanyonyoo Market in Yatta Kwa Vonza Ward on the night of Sunday, August 3, 2025, around 10:00 p.m.
The suspect, identified as a police constable, is said to have been in a romantic relationship with one of the victims, a woman identified as Joy Mutisya. According to accounts from local residents, the relationship between the officer and Joy had been strained, with persistent domestic disagreements reported over recent weeks.
On the night of the incident, the officer reportedly confronted Joy at the market. Witnesses say an argument may have erupted before the shooting occurred. A second woman, whose identity has not been publicly confirmed but who is believed to have been either a friend or a perceived romantic rival, was also shot during the altercation.
Both women were found lying motionless at the scene, and emergency responders later confirmed they had succumbed to their injuries. Their bodies were transferred to Kitui Level 4 Hospital mortuary as investigations began.
The killings have sent shockwaves through the local community, with residents expressing outrage and grief over the violent act. Community members strongly condemned the incident, describing it as both senseless and cowardly. Many are now calling for justice and urging authorities to track down and apprehend the suspect, who remains at large.
Reports indicate that both women left behind young children, deepening the community’s sorrow over the tragic loss of life. Local leaders have emphasized the need for better handling of domestic disputes and more awareness about the dangers of intimate partner violence.
Police have launched a manhunt and are appealing to the public for any information that could lead to the arrest of the fugitive officer. The incident underscores the ongoing concerns about gender-based violence and the need for tighter protocols to monitor law enforcement officers involved in personal disputes.
As investigations continue, the community remains in mourning, with many calling for urgent action to prevent such tragedies in the future.
