Woman’s decomposed body found in thicket in Busia Hills
Police in Samia Sub-County, Busia County, have launched investigations after the decomposing body of an unidentified woman was found in a thicket at the top of Busia Hills. The body was discovered on Saturday, September 12, 2026. National Police Service officers visited the scene and confirmed the discovery. According to the police report, the body [...] The post Woman’s decomposed body found in…
On September 12, 2026, the decomposing body of an unidentified African woman, believed to be between 35 and 40 years old, was discovered in a thicket at the top of Busia Hills, according to police in Samia Sub-County, Busia County. The body was partially clothed and in an advanced state of decomposition. No identification documents were found at the scene, and the woman exhibited a strong odor.
Police conducted a search of the area, but no additional evidence was recovered. The body was removed to Port Victoria Sub-County Referral Hospital mortuary for further examination, identification, and collection by relatives. Police have appealed to the public for any information regarding missing persons matching the description.
Meanwhile, police in Galedyertu, Tana River County, arrested a 45-year-old man, Elema Maulid, in connection with the attempted murder of his wife, Saidho Gutu, 42, who was found unconscious and bleeding in a nearby forest. The incident occurred on the same day, September 12, 2026. Witness Ahmed Kanjoro reported the attack to Waldena Police Station, and police arrived to rescue the victim.
During the investigation, police recovered a bow and five arrows as evidence. The motive for the alleged attack has not been established.
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