Police in Nyamira are probing the sudden death of a police officer discovered unresponsive inside his residence at the police lines.
Constable Evans Monari Osiemo, serving as a prosecution liaison officer in the area, had not reported for duty since May 19, 2026.
After concerns were raised, his colleagues went to his home but found the door locked. It was then forced open. Upon entry, the officer was found dead on his bed, facing upwards, with his feet touching the floor and no visible physical injuries noted.
Police stated that the house was thoroughly searched, and several medical drugs were recovered from the scene.
The body was transported to Nyamira County Referral Hospital mortuary for postmortem examination. Investigations into the cause of death continue.
In a separate case, a 36-year-old woman was killed following a domestic dispute in Matuu, Machakos County, now under investigation by police in Matungulu Sub-County.
The incident occurred on May 21, 2026 at approximately 7:30 am at Kwale Centre in Matuu Location. Locals reported that a man was assaulting his wife, Jackline Mbeke, 36.
Police officers who responded to the scene determined that the couple had an altercation that escalated into violence, during which the suspect allegedly used a sharp object to attack the woman.
The deceased suffered a deep cut on the forehead and injuries to the right hand and died at the scene. The suspect was also found with head injuries and was in serious condition. He was arrested and taken to Kangundo Hospital for treatment under police guard.
The body was moved to Kangundo Mortuary awaiting postmortem examination as investigations continue.
Meanwhile, police in Kakamega are investigating a suspected murder after a 40-year-old man was found dead inside his home following a reported family altercation.
According to police, one Philip Ngaira Miheso was discovered lifeless inside his house. Police officers found the body lying inside with a severe head injury and both legs fractured.
Police also determined that there had been a disturbance at the homestead the previous day involving family members. Investigators arrested six suspects in connection with the incident.
The scene was processed and documented before the body was transported to Kakamega County General Hospital mortuary pending postmortem examination. Police stated that investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death are ongoing.