𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗮 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲/𝟮𝟬𝟮7.
Residents of Kirinyaga County are invited to attend and share their views on the proposed budget allocations.
📍 Venue: Kirinyaga NG-CDF Hall, Kerugoya
📅 Date: Thursday, 14th May 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
Find the Budget Summary here 👇👇👇
Story by Sammie Mugane
Tiktoker Maribell Irungu (aka Immac Irungu) has passed on.
She ended her life by suicide, family confirmed.
Maribel had been struggling with mental health issues for some time. She previously worked in corporate organisations but was fired, after which her condition deteriorated. She went on to expose and allegedly blackmail her former bosses, colleagues, landlord, and family members, nobody was spared.
She gained significant viral attention when she began shouting every morning from the apartments where she was staying, disturbing her neighbours during TikTok Lives. This behaviour led to her being repeatedly evicted; she would then move to another apartment and repeat the same pattern.
At one time she recorded herself insulting Ruto (President) daring him among other stances and clips hurling unprintables which was understood owing to her mental condition.
In one of her last videos while being interviewed she recounted how she was diagnosed with Bipolar 1 Disorder condition which led to her mental disorder.
Bipolar disorder is a chronic, lifelong mental health condition characterized by extreme, often "wild" or unpredictable shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels. It involves severe fluctuations between high-energy mania (or milder hypomania) and low-energy depression.
Lady Jacqueline said that she received a call from one of Maribel's family members confirming that she was no more.
"The reason why the family contacted me was that the last time she tried the same thing, akawekwa hospitali, mimi ndio nilimchangia pesa. Tulimchangia around KSh 250k ili alipe hiyo bill ya hosi...
"I am deeply sorry to the family. I am requesting TikTokers at this time to come together and support the family," Lady Jacqueline added.
In a past interview, Maribel indicated that she was diagnosed with bipolar 1 disorder in August 2018.
In the latest conversation Maribel told her friend that she opted to return to the village after life in Nairobi became tough.
In the latest conversation Maribel told her friend that she opted to return to the village after life in Nairobi became tough.
In a trending recorded phone call yesterday with her friend she is heard narrating how she had taken poison to die after being evicted due to unpaid rent. According to her stress and miseries had prompted her to take her own life.
Later in the day she was reported dead of suicide.
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Mental health issue need to be addressed to avert from death of the victims who succumb to the condition. Addressing the condition requires a comprehensive approach involving professional support, self-care, and community resources.
The Kenyan government, through the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), has gazetted the Energy (Electricity Market, Bulk Supply, and Open Access) Regulations, 2024 (Gazette Notice 2512 of 2024). These regulations are designed to overhaul the power sector by moving from a single-buyer model (monopoly) to a competitive, multi-buyer, multi-seller market.
Story by Sammie Mugane
The proverbial 40 days dawned on the 3 cattle thieves who were apprehended early this morning after stealing 2 bulls.
The culprits, 2 men and a woman have been terrorizing residents of Kiamuthambi in the spate of cattle thefts in Kanyei Sub-location, Kanyekini Ward, Kirinyaga Central, Kirinyaga County.
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| Culprits John Njiraini and Nancy Wangeci |
Unbeknownst to them one of the eye witnesses who saw the trio commit the crime trailed them to where they took the cattle and later reported the matter to police who ambushed and intercepted them.
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| Culprits John Njiraini and Jacob Chomba |
It is suspected they had planned to slaughter off the animals unsuspected and may be colluding with local butchers and other cattle theft rackets around.
There has been spate of cattle theft within the county. Most of the stolen animals are slaughtered by the thieves and never recovered by owners.
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One of the stolen animals |
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| One of the stolen animals |
The thefts have resulted in substantial financial losses for farmers and have disrupted cattle farming being a primary source of livelihood.
Sombre mood engulfed Gatanga, Gatei yesterday after two bodies which were seen floating in River Kiama along the border of Chomo and Kiriaini locations were retrieved from the river. Residents gathered in shock as authorities moved in to pick the bodies and commence investigations on the bizzare incident.
It is not clear whether the kids were drowned following heavy rainfall in the areaor killed elsewhere and dumped there.
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The man identified as Gitari Muchoki is said to have succumbed to illicit liquor.
The body is not yet picked by the police for morgue as neighbours and residents mill and throng to witness what transpired.
Kropper brew christened 'koropa' has recently claimed 2 more lives in the area and the deceased victims are not yet buried.
More updates as I get to the scene of incidence before the police arrive.
This comes barely days after 2 other victims succumbed to the illicit liquor sold in bars around disregarding dangers they pose to imbibers.
This brings a total of 3 people who have died after consuming the 'koropa' brew in less than 1 week.
Read the story here: 👉👉👉 Decomposing Body Found In A Room, 'Koropa' Kills The Victim
>> The organizing committee would immensely wish to thank you for your tireless support you accorded the family of Caxton in their fortitude.
We have felt your love, embrace and warmth in our hearts as we get to the verge of the journey.
Thanks for all manner of support you have endowed the family with; this has helped us acquire these great milestones......
God bless you abundantly and may you never lack.
🙏
>> The programme of the day was posted on this wall. Timelines are set with respective time each activity is supposed to take place.
Kindly let us keep time in every activity/event.
>> Transport:
We have enough buses and cars to facilitate transportation.
Those from Rukenya aera area will be picked by a bus which will stop at Rukenya market.
Those in Kibaruini and environs will also be picked by another bus which will be stationed near Caxton's Kibaruini home.
Everyone should be at the pick point by 8 am waiting for the buses.
Kindly keep time and be punctual.
>> You are reminded burial service will be at ACK Kutus grounds after the cortege leaves Kibugi Funeral Home. The same ground will be the reception venue after the service before procession to Kibaruini for the interment service.
>> Those from Rukenya and Kibaruini will be ferried back home by the same buses that picked them when taking mourners to the gravesite for burial.
Wish you peace and solace God as we lay to rest the late Millicent.
May the Lord comfort us all.
Shalom!
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A lorry transporting hay crashed in the wee hours of the morning near Thiba Falls Resort along Kutus-Kianyaga highway.
According to the driver he was evading contact with power lines which were close to the level of the heaped cargo.
His attempts to veer off the road to the pathway made the cargo loose balance leading to the crash.
The area also has huge potholes which he was trying to avoid.
However no casualties was witnessed and no one was injured in the incidence.
DECOMPOSING BODY FOUND IN A ROOM, VICTIM ALLEGEDLY SUCCUMBED TO 'KOROPA'
Story by Sammie Mugane
A body of a middle aged man identified as James Njinga was this morning found in a room in Karia Market in Kabare Ward, Kirinyaga East Sub-County (Gichugu), Kirinyaga County.
The body which was in decomposition state was spotted when residents sensed repugnant smell that rented in the air emanating from one of the rooms where the deceased lived.
According to a local the deceased was reported missing from Monday and his whereabouts were not known only to be discovered dead.
He is suspected to have succumbed to Kropper brew christened 'koropa' which is taking lives of imbibers in the area.
Police arrived at the scene and picked the body for more as they launch more probe on the death.
This comes barely a day after another man was found dead in Kiamiciri after taking the same illicit liquor.
Read here: Man Succumbs To Kropper Brew In Kiamiciri, Kirinyaga
Cases of the imbibers succumbing to the infamous Kropper liquor are rampant in many boozing dens in Kirinyaga.
Locals are calling on the authority to help curb the preparation, sale and consumption of the liquor in the county.
Typically Kropper brew immobilizes and 'slows down' brain and nervous system which also cause immediate and often irreversible shutdown of vital functions leading to death of the victim.
BURIAL SERVICE VENUE CHANGES FROM KIBARUINI HOME TO ACK KUTUS GROUNDS
The organizing committee of the late Millicent Waruguru Caxton would wish to notify you on the change of the burial service venue. The alteration was consultatively made to ensure the occasion runs well.
The burial date remains Friday 8th May 2026.
The service will be at ACK Church Kutus grounds within the church precincts and not Kibaruini home as prior planned. Thus after the cortege leaves Kibugi Funeral Home we shall all converge at ACK Kutus grounds for the service.
Hospitality will be ushered at the same venue before procession to the graveyard. This is expected to take least time possible so that timelines run as scheduled.
Subsequently the cortege will proceed to Kibaruini home for a interment service. Transport to the graveside will be provided.
Afterwards guests can leave at their own pleasure.
The programme of the day will be relayed to you.
Click on the link below to join the WhatsApp group so as to follow burial preps and proceedings as well tender support in the endeavour 👇👇👇
https://chat.whatsapp.com/JY53DVdsRUIFKJxiY4TMwg
Thank you. 🙏
~ Morgan Media
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THE LATE MILLICENT WARUGURU CAXTON SEND-OFF HIGHLIGHTS - UPDATES & SUPPORT
• The late Millicent W. Caxton went to be with the Lord at Fortis Hospital Kerugoya on Friday 2nd May 2026 where she was admitted in the ICU.
• The body is preserved at Kibugi Funeral Home awaiting interment.
• Burial budget: Kshs 500,000/= (hospital, morgue bill & burial occasion).
• Burial date: Friday 8th May 2026.
• Venue: Kibaruini Village, Rukenya Sub-location, Kabare Ward, Kirinyaga County.
• Burial preparations and prayers venues: Mjini Kutus (Caxton's home) within ACK Kutus precincts and Kibaruini home.
• To support us send your support to 0720176437 (Caxton Muchiri Ndambiri).
• You can also register your pledge with us via my inbox, through the WhatsApp group wall or on the 'Post a comment' link below this blog article and it will be reflected in the support list. You can also post your condolence message in the comment section of this blog article.
• Pledges deadline: All pledges should be redeemed/ honoured and cleared by today Tuesday 5th May 2026 for logistical purposes eg. footing urgent bills.
• Join the group in the link below to tender your support and follow burial preps proceedings 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽
https://chat.whatsapp.com/JY53DVdsRUIFKJxiY4TMwg
Thanks for standing with Caxton's family at this difficult time of grief.
God bless you! 🙏🏽
~ From the Communication Desk
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MAN FOUND DEAD ALONG THE ROAD AFTER CONSUMING INFAMOUS KROPPER BREW IN KIAMICIRI, GICHUGU, KIRINYAGA
Story by Sammie Mugane
A middle aged man identified by name Jacob Mubingo was this morning found dead in Kiamiciri Village along the road near Kiamiciri market.
The deceased is suspected to have succumbed to drunkenness after consuming the illicit Kropper brew christened 'Koropa' yesterday.
According to the eyewitness the deceased was an imbiber and had been addicted to consuming the illicit brew.
He had spent the entire of yesterday tipsy.
Police are yet to arrive and pick the body for morgue as they further probe on the cause of the death.
Cases of the imbibers succumbing to the infamous Kropper liquor are rampant in many boozing dens in Kirinyaga.
Locals are calling on the authority to help curb the preparation, sale and consumption of the liquor in the county.
Typically Kropper brew immobilizes and 'slows down' brain and nervous system which also cause immediate and often irreversible shutdown of vital functions leading to death of the victim.
What's your opinion on the preparation, sale and consumption of Kropper and other illicit brews in the country?
Post your comment here 👇👇👇
THE LATE MILLICENT WARUGURU CAXTON SEND-OFF HIGHLIGHTS - UPDATES & SUPPORT
• The late Millicent W. Caxton went to be with the Lord at Fortis Hospital Kerugoya on Friday 2nd May 2026 where she was admitted in the ICU.
• The body is preserved at Kibugi Funeral Home awaiting interment.
• Burial budget: Kshs 500,000/= (hospital, morgue bill & burial occasion).
• Burial date: Friday 8th May 2026.
• Venue: Kibaruini Village, Rukenya Sub-location, Kabare Ward, Kirinyaga County.
• Burial preparations and prayers venues: Mjini Kutus (Caxton's home) within ACK Kutus precincts and Kibaruini home.
• To support us send your support to 0720176437 (Caxton Muchiri Ndambiri).
• You can also register your pledge with us via my inbox, through the WhatsApp group wall or on the 'Post a comment' link below this blog article and it will be reflected in the support list. You can also post your condolence message in the comment section of this blog article.
• Pledges deadline: All pledges should be redeemed/ honoured and cleared by today Tuesday 5th May 2026 for logistical purposes eg. footing urgent bills.
• Join the group in the link below to tender your support and follow burial preps proceedings 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽
https://chat.whatsapp.com/JY53DVdsRUIFKJxiY4TMwg
Thanks for standing with Caxton's family at this difficult time of grief.
God bless you! 🙏🏽
~ From the Communication Desk
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THIEVES STEAL CHURCH PA SYSTEM OF 3 RIAKIANIA CHURCHES, ALSO STEAL ALTAR WINE & SACRAMENTS
• Thieves broke into the 3 Riakiania churches: Catholic, Anglican and Fountain of Life churches yesterday in Riakiania, Kirinyaga County.
• They stole PA system and electronic gadgets
• They also stole sacraments and sacramental wine for holy communion.
Police in Ndia constituency have investigations after residents raised concerns over a spate of break-ins targeting churches in the area after thieves broke into three churches in Riakiania and stole musical and sound equipment.
At Fountain of Life Church International, in Riakiania, Peter Munene said the attackers gained entry through a window before accessing a strong room.
“They took away microphones, mixers and other equipment worth over KSh200,000. They even drank a bottle of communion wine before leaving,” Munene said.
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St Joseph Riakiania Catholic Church vice chairman Harrison Mbirui reported that thieves broke into the church through the main gate and stole microphones, mixers, a piano, PMC kits, and other property worth over KSh 500,000.
“They took advantage of the ongoing rains when everyone was asleep,” Mbirui said.
“We are wondering where they are taking church equipment. We have reported the matter to Baricho Police Station and officers have visited the church,” Wambui stated. According to the church leaders, the gang appears to be targeting only church equipment, raising fears over how services would proceed. “We don’t know what we will use tomorrow, Sunday. Maybe we will just clap our hands,” one church leader said while asking police to move with speed and arrest the suspects.
MISSING STUDENTS ALERT: 2 KAGUMO GIRLS STUDENTS REPORTED MISSING ON THEIR WAY BACK TO SCHOOL AFTER HOLIDAY
Two Form 3 students from Kagumo Girls High School are reported missing after separately boarding matatus to school on Wednesday but never arrived to their school.
Shantel Njeri, from Utawala, Nairobi, was escorted to the bus station in the morning and boarded a KUKENA SACCO matatu heading to Kerugoya. That was the last time she was seen.
Benta Njeri, a resident of Kibirigwi, was last seen at Karatina matatu termini after boarding Kagumo. She also never made it to school.
Anyone who may have spotted them or has information about their whereabouts is requested to report to the nearest police station immediately.
Please share widely to help bring them back safely.
Police in Mjini Kutus gunned down a middle aged man known by street name as Yakusa.
He was suspected to be outlawed Wîcame (Bogi-Genje) gang leader within the area which has been associated with criminal activities.
According to reports he was a wanted suspect linked with atrocities executed by the gang which has been a threat to security in Kutus Town.
Security teams are on high alert following the spate of attacks and muggings mostly targeting Kirinyaga University students and have vowed to weed off the other gang members undeterred .
Watch the videos below 👇 👇 👇
UPROAR AS RUTO SAYS MOTORBIKES USE PARAFFIN AS FUEL
President William Ruto: "Vile tumeelewana kuwa ile mafuta ambayo inaitwa paraffin, ambayo inatumiwa na watu wa boda boda, mama mboga na watu wa chini haitabadilika bei; itabaki vile ilivyokuwa kwa sababu tunajali maskini."
• President William Ruto announced that paraffin prices would remain unchanged despite fuel hikes.
• The president highlighted the steps the government has taken to cushion citizens from the rising cost of fuel.
• A section of Kenyans expressed disbelief over Ruto's comments regarding paraffin use by boda boda riders .
President William Ruto has sparked reactions among Kenyans after stating that the cost of paraffin used by boda boda riders will not change despite the fuel hikes. President William Ruto says boda boda riders use paraffin to fuel their bikes.
He made the announcement while addressing the residents of Suneka on Wednesday, April 15, just hours after EPRA announced the new prices. Notably, motorbikes run on petrol and not paraffin or kerosene.
The president stated that VAT would be reduced from 16% to 8% for the next three months, adding that the government has stepped in with KSh 6.5 billion to reduce the cost of fuel.
"The cost of fuel has gone up globally. As a country, we still have enough fuel. We have allocated KSh 6.5 billion to reduce the cost of fuel and reduced VAT to 8% from 16% to 8%. We will also ensure that the cost of paraffin, used by ordinary Kenyans, including the boda boda riders and SACCOs, will remain unchanged. We must cushion our citizens from rising costs of fuel," he announced.
A section of Kenyans on social media had this to say in their comments on Facebook as in the screen record clip below 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽
The president made the fictitious statements after the United Alternative Government leaders released a statement linking him, Energy CS Oburu Oginga, ODM leader Oburu Oginga, and Public Service PS Felix Koskei to the 'greatest fuel scandal in the country.' The leaders, led by former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua, demanded Ruto reduce certain VATs and convene a special parliament sitting within seven days to address the challenges they mentioned. The opposition leaders stated that they would stage protests over the rising cost of fuel. However, this threat did not frighten Ruto.
"There are people saying they will protest the high cost of fuel. Will demonstrations help reduce fuel prices? We must use our brains to ensure the costs reduce," Ruto responded
VIDEOS: ALCOHOL LOOTED AS TRUCK CRASHES ALONG MAGADI ROAD
Traffic momentarily came to a standstill along Magadi Road near Catholic University of East Africa (CUEA) after an alcohol transporting truck was involved in an accident prompting locals and other road users to rush to the scene and part way with crates of free alcohol, an African culture for wolfing down freebies especially edibles.
Almost all the cargo in the collapsed truck was looted as imbibers engaged in a drinking spree.
They could be seen gulping down bottles of the liquor without minding dangers of broken pieces of bottles.
Some had to pack the loot in to their vehicles to sell to pubs and thirsty imbibers.
However no casualty was reported in the incidence.
Watch the videos below 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽
EPRA REDUCES FUEL PRICES AFTER NATIONAL UPROAR
EPRA reduces fuel prices:
• Petrol drops by Ksh 9 from 206.97 per litre
• Diesel drops by Ksh 10 from 206.84 per litre
• Price of kerosene remains unchanged
EPRA fuel prices update yesterday:
• Super Petrol - 206.97 (increase by Ksh 28.89 per litre)
• Diesel - 206.84 (increase by Ksh 40.30 per litre)
• Kerosene - 152.78 (price unchanged)
"Legal Notice No. 70 dated 15th April 2026, the Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury has revised the Value Added Tax rate from 13% to 8%. Accordingly, we have recalculated the maximum retail pump prices that will be in force from 16th April 2026 to 14th May 2026 taking into account this revised Value Added Tax rates.
As a result, the pump price per litre in Nairobi of Super Petrol and Diesel decreases by KShs.9.37/litre and KShs.10.21/litre respectively while that of Kerosene remains unchanged. Consequently, the level of subsidy on Kerosene reduces from the current KShs.108.10/litre to KShs.96.56/litre.
In Nairobi, Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene now retail at Kshs.197.60, Kshs.196.63 and Kshs.152.78.
The updated petroleum pump price list is attached as Annex I while the breakdown of the pump prices in Nairobi is attached as Annex II."
Grief engulfed residents of Kabare in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County early this morning after a body of a woman was found dumped in a ditch near Kabare Senior School along Kutus-Kimunye road.
Ann Wawira, 49 years old was found murdered and her body dumped along Kutus-Kimunye road.
The body that was rained on by last night downpour in the area bore visible injuries clearly showing clear signs of duel with the assailant.
Her husband Daniel Muchira is the prime suspect behind the gruesome murder of this wife....
Below is the video of residents narrating to the media on what transpired.
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Read full story here 👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽 KABARE, KIRINYAGA: Woman Killed, Husband Being Prime Suspect
Story by Sammie Mugane
Grief has engulfed residents of Kabare in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County after a body of a woman was found dumped in a ditch near Kabare Senior School along Kutus-Kimunye road.
Ann Wawira, 49 years old was found murdered and her body dumped along Kutus-Kimunye road.
The body that was rained on by last night downpour in the area bore visible injuries clearly showing clear signs of duel with the assailant.
Police were called to the scene of incidence to pick the bore and as they launch investigation on the gruesome murder.
The main suspect to the macabre death of the woman is her husband. According to the preliminary reports it is speculated a domestic skirmish the deceased and her spouse may have led to the death. It is suspected the couple differed over sale of a cow may that escalated the disagreement eventually ending tragically.
Police have launched investigations to unravel what exactly transpired and the events leading up to the ghastly incident.
Irate members of the public expressed their anger to the husband who is held as the prime suspect of the murder. They briefly roughed him up baying for his blood before the police arrived to contain the situation.
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| Husband who is main suspect to the killing being roughed up by irate members of public |
Sending Nudes, Insults On WhatsApp Can Get You 10 Years In Jail, Ksh 20m Fine
Cyber harassment ranks among Kenya’s most urgent cybercrimes, amplified by ubiquitous platforms such as WhatsApp.
Under Section 27 of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, 2018 (as amended in 2024 and 2025), the law criminalises willful electronic communication that induces fear of violence, psychological harm, or property damage.
This includes sending grossly offensive or indecent messages, content and stalking.
“Section 27 has a broad reach across digital platforms, applying universally to ‘willful’ electronic acts that cause harm. It captures private individuals engaging in repeated threatening messages, bloggers and activists publishing inflammatory content, public figures, and even State actors such as rogue officials,” says lawyer Essendi Kenneth.
2 SUSPECTS NABBED IN THE MURDER OF A 71 YEAR OLD WOMAN IN KIRINYAGA
Kirinyaga East detectives have apprehended two prime suspects linked to the brutal murder of 72-year-old Margaret Wandauma Maina.
Wanduma’s lifeless body was discovered on December 14, 2025, in a secluded thicket in Njukiini Forest, Kegua village, Kerugoya East Sub-County.
The discovery was made following a tip-off from a concerned member of the public who reported seeing an unidentified female body.
Responding swiftly, law enforcement officers arrived at the scene to find the deceased half-naked, with visible injuries to her forehead.
It's suspected the deceased first was raped before being meeting her gruesome murder.
Shockingly one of the suspects is deceased's grandson.
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Preliminary investigations revealed that Wandauma was last seen at Muthigiini Shopping Centre on December 13, 2025, at the Rome bar, where she left around 5:40 PM, never to be seen again.
A manhunt was swiftly launched for the suspects, and thanks to forensic leads, investigators arrested 42-year-old James Njiru Murimi and his accomplice, 35-year-old Peter Mbogo Wanjerina.
The suspects are currently in police custody, undergoing processing as they await arraignment in court for murder charges.
