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Man Surrenders to Police After Killing Father and Step Mother in Kiirua, Meru County
A tragic incident unfolded in the quiet town of Kiirua, Meru County, where a man shocked residents by surrendering himself to the police after slaughtering his father and stepmother. The suspect, a 35-year-old man, walked into the Kiirua police station with the murder weapon covered in bloodstains, confessing to the heinous crime.
Gruesome Discovery at the Scene
Police rushed to the scene in the Kibirichia area of Buuri East Subcounty after receiving a distress call from a concerned resident. Upon arrival, they discovered the lifeless bodies of the suspect’s father, Julius Kirimi, 67, and his stepmother, Eunice Kangai, 38, lying in a pool of blood. Both victims had sustained deep cuts inflicted by a sharp object.
Possible Motive for the Horrific Act
Initial investigations suggest that the family had been embroiled in a bitter feud over a piece of land, which may have triggered the fatal attack. The murder weapon, a panga, was seized by the police as evidence, while the bodies were taken to the mortuary for further examination.
Rising Tensions and Police Response
The shocking incident has sparked tensions in the area, prompting local leaders to intervene and pacify the aggrieved community. The Eastern head of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, Lenny Kisaka, assured the public that a dedicated team of detectives is actively pursuing the case.
Increasing Criminal Activities in the Region
Authorities have expressed concern over the escalating trend of violence in the region, with many cases of murder and property destruction being linked to land disputes and political influences. Police are closely monitoring the situation and have vowed to bring the perpetrator to justice.
As investigations continue and the suspect awaits his day in court, the community remains on edge, grappling with the aftermath of this senseless tragedy that has left two lives lost and a family torn apart.
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