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Published on 2024-03-14 07:27:55
Police in Kajiado have launched investigations after an incident where angry residents beat a middle-aged man to death for killing three people on Wednesday morning. The tragic event took place in Ololua, Kajiado Central Constituency. According to reports from villagers, the assailant had been hired to till a farm by one of the residents on March 11. He had agreed to complete the job but things took a dark turn on Wednesday.
The altercation began when the man got into a fight with the 69-year-old owner of the farm for reasons that are still unknown. The situation quickly escalated, and the man started attacking the elder with a machete that he had been using at the farm. A neighbor heard the commotion and rushed to the scene, only to become the next target of the assailant’s deadly weapon.
Tragically, both the elderly man and the neighbor succumbed to the injuries inflicted by the machete before anyone could come to their rescue. The assailant then proceeded to the home of the area chief, where he inquired about the chief’s whereabouts, presumably to report the incident. The chief’s wife, upon seeing the blood-stained machete, screamed for help, alerting the neighbors who came to her aid. Fortunately, the chief was not present at the time of the attack, but a young visually impaired man who lived at the chief’s home became another victim of the assailant’s rampage.
Enraged by the man’s actions and the loss of lives, the residents took matters into their own hands and beat him to death. Kajiado County Commander David Mburukua expressed his condolences to the bereaved families and described the incident as “very bizarre and serious.” He mentioned that preliminary investigations suggested that the suspect might have been mentally challenged, but further verification was needed to confirm his true identity.
The tragic events of that fateful day left the entire community in shock and mourning. The senseless violence and loss of lives have deeply impacted the residents of Kajiado. As investigations continue, authorities will strive to uncover the truth behind the incident and provide justice for the victims and their families.
In conclusion, the violent incident in Kajiado serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of unresolved conflicts and unchecked aggression. It highlights the importance of community vigilance and the need for mental health awareness and support. May the souls of the departed rest in peace, and may justice prevail in this tragic situation.
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