Five family members killed by angry villagers in Kisii, 6 houses burnt down
Five family members killed by angry villagers in Kisii, 6 houses burnt down
Five members of the same family in Metembe village, Masimba Ward in Kisii County were attacked and killed by angry villagers last night.
The mob suspected the family of being involved in the murder of a middle-aged man who was found dead a month ago.
Among the victims were the father and mother of the family. Two other family members managed to escape the attack.
In addition to the killings, the enraged villagers also torched and destroyed six houses belonging to the suspected family.
Government gazettes 2 new state lodges
Fred Matiang’i returns to Kenya from the US
Governor Natembeya tells off Senator Cherargei: ‘focus on your county’
KRA announces scheduled system maintenance affecting businesses
US demands Rwanda withdraw troops from DRC, stop M23 support
US warns of deportations and revocations for visa holders
The bodies of the five victims have been taken to the mortuary at Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital. Meanwhile, investigations into the incident are underway.
South Masaba Deputy Commissioner Jane Manene confirmed the incident and stated that officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have launched a formal probe into the matter.
CS Mbadi hints at new taxes introduced in the Finance Bill 2025
Senator Cherargei wants Fred Matiang’i to explain extrajudicial killings witnessed in the country
KUCCPS raises alarm over university applications ahead of deadline
CJ Koome launch investigations into claims of courts’ capture by brokers
Kakamega Governor on spot over purchase and disposal of county vehicles
Government Printer attaché among officials charged with possession of forged stamps, title deeds
Follow us
