Detectives arrest suspect linked to murders of two elderly women in Trans Nzoia, Bungoma
Detectives have arrested an 18-year-old man suspected of murdering an elderly woman in Trans Nzoia County and linked to the killing of another in Bungoma County. The first victim, identified as Florence Khosa, was admitted to Cheranganyi Nursing Home with serious injuries sustained during the attack and later succumbed to her injuries while undergoing treatment. […] The post Detectives arrest…
Detectives have apprehended an 18-year-old man suspected of murdering two elderly women in Trans Nzoia and Bungoma counties. The first victim, Florence Khosa, sustained severe injuries during an attack and passed away while receiving medical care at Cheranganyi Nursing Home. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) initiated a manhunt for the suspect, identified as Ezekiel Nyongesa Barasa, after he went into hiding.
Barasa was subsequently captured and subjected to an identification parade, where witnesses positively confirmed his identity. Further investigations have revealed a possible connection between Barasa and another alleged murder involving an 86-year-old woman in Tongaren, Bungoma County. Preliminary findings suggest that Barasa may have sexually assaulted Florence Khosa prior to her death.
The DCI is conducting forensic examinations and exploring additional leads to piece together the events surrounding the two alleged offenses. The suspect remains in custody as detectives continue to gather evidence ahead of his arraignment.
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