Makueni County was left in shock after a 43-year-old woman, Kamanthe Makato, was arrested for the gruesome murder of her 71-year-old mother, Mukeli Makato, in Matiliku village. The horrific incident occurred on the afternoon of February 18, 2025, sending shockwaves through the quiet community.
According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the brutal attack stemmed from a misunderstanding between mother and daughter. Mukeli had been gathering firewood with her grandchild when Kamanthe joined them. What began as a disagreement quickly spiraled into an uncontrolled fit of rage. Witnesses reported that Kamanthe, in a violent outburst, repeatedly attacked her mother, leaving the young grandchild in horror.
As the gruesome act unfolded, the terrified child managed to escape and ran towards the village, screaming for help. The commotion attracted residents, who swiftly contacted the authorities. When police officers arrived at the scene, they found Mukeli’s lifeless body lying in a pool of blood, bearing multiple deep cuts from her head to her legs, a testament to the brutality of the attack.
A blood-stained panga, believed to be the murder weapon, was recovered from the scene and retained as crucial evidence. The police wasted no time in tracking down and apprehending Kamanthe, who was taken into custody for interrogation. The body of the deceased was transported to Kilome Nursing Home Hospital Morgue, where it awaits an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.
Authorities have confirmed that investigations are ongoing as they prepare to present Kamanthe Makato before the court to face murder charges. The incident has left the Matiliku village community in shock, with residents struggling to comprehend how a family dispute could escalate to such a tragic and violent end.
Local leaders and residents have called for increased efforts in conflict resolution within families and mental health awareness programs to prevent similar tragedies. Many have expressed concern over rising cases of domestic violence and the need for early intervention when family disagreements arise.
As the case progresses, authorities remain committed to ensuring justice for the late Mukeli Makato while investigating the circumstances that led to this harrowing crime. Meanwhile, the community mourns the loss of an elderly woman whose life was tragically cut short at the hands of her own daughter.
