Farm worker dies after phone dispute turns violent
A 22-year-old farm worker died after a confrontation over a mobile phone turned violent in Tawai village, Wamuini sub-location, Trans Nzoia County. The deceased, Stephen Ndungu, was reportedly involved in a disagreement with 21-year-old Samuel Kemboi on Monday. The argument later escalated into a physical confrontation. Ndungu fell to the ground and died at the […] The post Farm worker dies after…
In Tawai village, Wamuini sub-location, Trans Nzoia County, a tragic incident unfolded on Monday, resulting in the death of 22-year-old farm worker Stephen Ndungu. The cause of the fatal altercation was reportedly a dispute over a mobile phone between Ndungu and 21-year-old Samuel Kemboi. The argument quickly escalated into a violent confrontation, causing Ndungu to fall to the ground and succumb to his injuries.
Upon investigation, police found visible injuries on Ndungu's head, face, and stomach. Notably, Ndungu had only worked as a farmhand for a single day prior to the incident. Following the tragic event, detectives from Kiminini Sub-County, alongside officers from Kiungani Police Station and members of the public, managed to apprehend Kemboi.
He is currently in police custody as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding Ndungu's death. Kemboi is expected to face court proceedings once the investigation is concluded. To honor Ndungu's memory, his body has been transferred to Kiminini Cottage Mortuary, where it awaits a post-mortem examination.
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