Kirinyaga churches on alert as thieves raid another church, steal two 55-inch TVs

Churches in Kirinyaga County are on alert after another attack, with thieves stealing two 55-inch televisions from ACK Kiamathatwa Church. The incident has fueled worries about a surge in church robberies in the region. At the time of the raid on August 20, 2026, thieves entered through broken doors and windows, managing to grab the large screens before leaving.

Pastor Josphat Mutugi disclosed that while the intruders targeted valuable equipment, they were unable to access the church's secure storage room. The suspects attempted to breach the strongroom but were thwarted in their efforts. The break-in has raised alarms among locals and church leaders, who have reported the incident to Kiamashiri Police Station.

They have called for heightened security measures and increased patrols around places of worship. Paul Ngiri, the secretary of ACK Kiamathatwa, noted that several churches in the area have either been targeted or raided, sparking concerns over the protection of church property. Similar incidents have occurred recently, including a raid on ACK Gatuto Church on August 8, where thieves stole expensive sound equipment and musical instruments worth over Ksh500,000.

This latest incident has prompted calls for authorities to bolster surveillance around churches, especially during nighttime hours, and for local authorities to take action to curb the rise in church burglaries. Police have initiated investigations into the thefts, while church leaders pursue additional security measures to safeguard places of worship.