Police officer found dead in his house
Police in Nyamira are investigating the sudden death of a police officer who was found lifeless inside his house at the police lines.
Police in Nyamira are investigating the sudden death of a police officer who was found lifeless inside his house at the police lines.
Constable Evans Monari Osiemo, who was attached as a prosecution liaison officer in the area, had not reported on duty since May 19, 2026.
His colleagues went to his residence after concerns were raised, but found the door locked. It was then forcibly opened. Upon entry, the officer was found lying dead on his bed, facing upwards, with his feet touching the floor and no visible physical injuries observed.
Police said the house was thoroughly searched, and several medical drugs were recovered from the scene.
The body was moved to Nyamira County Referral Hospital mortuary awaiting postmortem examination. Investigations into the cause of death are ongoing.
In a separate incident, a 36-year-old woman was killed following a domestic dispute in Matuu, Machakos County, in an incident now under investigation by police in Matungulu Sub-County.
The incident occurred on May 21, 2026 at around 7:30 am at Kwale Centre in Matuu Location. Locals reported that a man was assaulting his wife, Jackline Mbeke, 36.
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Police officers who responded to the scene established that the couple had an altercation that escalated into violence, during which the suspect allegedly used a sharp object to attack the woman.
The deceased sustained a deep cut on the forehead and injuries to the right hand and died at the scene.
The suspect was also found with head injuries and was in serious condition.
He was arrested and escorted to Kangundo Hospital for treatment under police guard.
The body was moved to Kangundo Mortuary awaiting postmortem examination as investigations continue.
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