A tragic incident occurred on Sunday night in Machakos County, where a man allegedly killed his lover following a suspected love triangle. The incident took place at a rented house in the Muvuti area, located on the outskirts of Machakos town. The man, who is still at large, reportedly invited the woman to his home, where he is suspected of assaulting and ultimately killing her.
Machakos County police commander, Patrick Lobolia, confirmed the incident, revealing that the cause of the murder was likely linked to a love triangle. According to Lobolia, the man had invited the woman to his house, where an altercation ensued, culminating in the tragic loss of life. The police commander also noted that the man allegedly raped the woman before committing the murder.
The police were alerted to the crime after the body was discovered, and they responded swiftly to process the scene. The woman’s remains were later removed from the house and taken to the Machakos Level 5 hospital mortuary, where an autopsy is awaited to determine the exact cause of death.
The Machakos police have now launched a manhunt for the suspect. Lobolia revealed that detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) are actively pursuing leads to apprehend the individual responsible for the crime. He emphasized that such violent acts are unacceptable and strongly condemned any form of taking the law into one’s hands.
The police boss further stated that they are committed to ensuring justice for the victim and holding the perpetrator accountable for their actions.
This incident is a stark reminder of the dangers posed by unresolved emotional disputes and the importance of addressing relationship issues in a peaceful and respectful manner. The police have called for anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the suspect to come forward and assist in the investigation.
As investigations continue, the community in Machakos remains in shock over the senseless tragedy, while authorities work tirelessly to bring the suspect to justice.
