Mystery as Kisii man linked to murder of his father vanishes from police custody
Police in Kisii County have launched investigations into the mysterious disappearance of a person of interest who was being held at Nyamarambe Police Station over the killing of his father. The person of interest was arrested about two weeks ago in connection with the murder of his father, Jared Otungo, in Tabaka, South Mugirango. However, […]
Kisii County police have been investigating the sudden disappearance of a man who was being held in connection with his father's murder. The suspect, who was arrested two weeks ago for killing Jared Otungo in Tabaka, South Mugirango, has vanished while in police custody, prompting a manhunt by a multi-agency task force. Nyamarambe Sub-County Police Commander Thomas Parkolwa confirmed Nyawanga's disappearance after it was discovered on Saturday, September 5, 2026.
The family of the deceased is demanding answers from authorities, with siblings Fabian Mogere and Charles Ochenge calling for a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding Nyawanga's disappearance. The family is struggling to comprehend how a man accused of killing his father could escape while under police custody, following a domestic dispute with his father.
Police have not disclosed the specifics of how Nyawanga escaped or if any officers have been held accountable. Investigations into both the suspect's disappearance and the murder of his father are ongoing.
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