The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has appealed to the public to assist in locating a man accused of killing his wife and two young daughters in Samburu County late last month.
In a statement on Wednesday, October 8, the DCI identified the suspect as 28-year-old Wycliffe Otieno Odero, who has been on the run since the brutal killings.
“The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is appealing for information from members of the public that may lead to the arrest of 28-year-old Wycliffe Otieno Odero.
“Odero is wanted in connection with the brutal murder of his wife and two children on September 27, 2025, in Yare area of Samburu Central Sub-County,” the statement read.
According to the DCI, the horrific incident unfolded after Odero allegedly returned home late that night, leading to a deadly confrontation with his family.
“On that tragic night, the suspect returned to their rented house on the Maralal–Nyahururu road, where he lived with his wife, Ann Njeri Atheera, and their daughters, Natalia Nyambura (6) and Tyra Jones (4),” the statement added.
Investigators revealed that the attack was fueled by alcohol and rage, resulting in the deaths of all three victims.
“In a fit of drunken rage, he attacked his wife, inflicting fatal stab wounds before turning his violent outburst on the two sleeping children, tragically slitting their throats. He then fled into the night and has been evading capture ever since,” the statement further read.
Despite ongoing efforts to trail and arrest the suspect, detectives have been unsuccessful thus far.
“We appeal to members of the public to share any information that could assist in his capture.”
Authorities have requested anyone with credible information to report to the nearest police station or reach out anonymously through the #FichuaKwaDCI hotline.
“If you have any information that could lead to his arrest, report to the nearest police station or through #FichuaKwaDCI. Call 0800 722 203 (Toll-free) or WhatsApp at 0709 570 000,” the DCI added.
The agency has assured the public that all shared information will be treated with the highest confidentiality.
