A tragic incident in Muili, Tigania, Meru County has left a family devastated after a three-year-old girl died from pesticide poisoning. The child was reportedly under the care of her elder sister when she came across a bottle containing an agricultural chemical. She accidentally ingested the substance, which caused severe vomiting.
Family members rushed her to the hospital in a bid to save her life, but she succumbed while receiving treatment. Police have since launched an investigation into the incident, with detectives visiting the hospital to collect details. The body has been moved to the mortuary for autopsy and other procedures. Authorities have reiterated the importance of keeping hazardous chemicals out of children’s reach to prevent similar tragedies.
In a separate case in Mayoni, Kakamega County, the body of a young boy aged about two and a half years was found in a sugarcane plantation a day after he was reported missing. The discovery was made by a group of women who were planting beans in the area. Police reported visible injuries on the boy’s face and neck, indicating he may have been strangled.
Investigators believe the boy’s stepfather is the prime suspect, as he was allegedly the last person seen with the child. The suspect is said to have fled the scene, and efforts to locate him for questioning are ongoing.
Meanwhile, in Kamasielo village, Kimilili, Bungoma County, police are probing the death of a man identified as Robert Namaswa. He was found unconscious on the roadside with a deep cut on the head and bruises on his hand. He was taken to hospital but died on August 11.
Authorities suspect he was attacked elsewhere and later dumped at the scene. The motive for the attack remains unclear, and investigations are continuing.
These incidents highlight growing concerns over community safety, child protection, and the prevalence of violent crimes in parts of the country. Police have urged the public to be more vigilant and to report any suspicious activities promptly. The tragedies have sparked renewed calls for stricter safety measures in homes, faster police response, and community involvement in crime prevention.
Families and community leaders are mourning the loss of the victims, while authorities continue to piece together the circumstances surrounding each case.
