Residents of Nyiiga ria Nyaga Village are still in shock after a young man reportedly slit open a Lady’s throat.
Reports indicate the two were lovers, though it still remains unclear as to what could have pushed the young man into committing such a bizarre act.
Igambang’ombe Deputy County Commissioner Fred Masinjira said 24-year-old Aron Mawira Kienge reportedly used a sharp knife to cut the throat of his wife, Joyce Wanjue Njeru, aged 19 years.
He said the woman died about one kilometer from the scene of the crime while being rushed to the hospital by residents.“The suspect has been arrested and investigations launched to establish the cause of the crime,” said Mr. Masinjira.
He said the body was taken to Chuka County Referral Hospital mortuary awaiting a post-mortem examination. He also added that the suspect will be charged with murder.Mr. James Muthengi, one of the residents who spoke to journalists said the suspect has been in and out of police custody for some criminal acts.
Residents who spoke yo to the media said the man has been exhibiting unsound mind character.
