DCI arrests 2 more over murder of 65-year-old woman in Meru as family land dispute emerges
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has arrested two more persons of interest in connection with the murder of a 65-year-old woman in Meru County, with detectives linking the killing to a reported longstanding family land dispute. The latest arrests bring renewed attention to the murder of Evelyne Mukiri Mbaabu, who was killed inside her […]
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has apprehended two more suspects in the murder of 65-year-old Evelyne Mukiri Mbaabu in Meru County. The fresh arrests are linked to a family land dispute, as the DCI claims the killing was premeditated. The two persons of interest implicated in the murder plot include Mbaabu's brother and a sister-in-law.
The suspects allegedly conspired to eliminate Mbaabu in exchange for money, with the plot involving prior communication and coordination. The DCI also revealed that the suspects maintained contact both before and after the murder, suggesting planning and coordination. The killing occurred on August 7, 2026, when Mbaabu was preparing dinner with her 13-year-old grandson in Kithoka Village.
The DCI has not disclosed further details about the land dispute or the arrangements leading to the killing. The latest arrests follow the September 22 apprehension of the first suspect, who was hired to execute the murder. The two suspects have been arraigned in court, with a court order for remand pending mental assessment. Their next court appearance is scheduled for November 4, 2026.
The investigation into the murder remains active, with the DCI pursuing additional leads to establish the full circumstances surrounding the killing and ensure justice for Mbaabu's family.
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