One killed, another injured in Migori mob attack

Mob Justice in Migori Leaves One Dead, Another Injured Over Theft Allegations
One man was killed and another seriously injured in Migori Town on Saturday after an enraged mob descended on them over allegations of theft. The incident, which occurred in the Namba area, highlights a growing trend of residents taking the law into their own hands amid rising public frustration with perceived police ineffectiveness in combating crime.
According to eyewitnesses, the two men were accused of stealing a mobile phone and other personal items from a local resident. After the alleged theft was discovered, a crowd quickly gathered, identified the suspects, and began attacking them with crude weapons and stones before police could intervene. One of the suspects succumbed to his injuries at the scene, while the other was rescued by officers and rushed to the Migori County Referral Hospital for emergency treatment.
Local authorities have condemned the act of mob justice, even as they acknowledged the underlying grievances. While we understand the public anger over rampant theft, we urge residents to desist from such acts of lawlessness. The rule of law must prevail, and suspects must be handed over to the police for processing, stated the Migori OCPD. The police have launched an investigation into the lynching and are pursuing individuals who participated in the fatal attack.
The tragic event underscores the dangerously eroding trust between the community and law enforcement in Migori. As incidents of violent crime continue unabated, residents are increasingly resorting to vigilante actions, creating a vicious cycle of violence. The killing serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for more effective and visible policing to restore public confidence and prevent further loss of life through extra-judicial means.