Man arrested over alleged murder of wife in Trans Nzoia
A 32-year-old man has been arrested in Trans Nzoia, Kenya, following the discovery of his wife's body in their home. Police are investigating the incident as a domestic dispute-related murder.
Why it matters
This case underscores the ongoing issue of domestic violence and gender-based crime in the region, following a recent high-profile death sentence for a similar offense.
ARREST ILLUSTRATION Detectives have arrested a 32-year-old man in connection with the alleged murder of his wife in Sabwani Village, Kiminini Sub-County, Trans Nzoia county.
The suspect was arrested after police responded to a report of the incident at the couple's home.
According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), officers from Waitaluk Police Station, working jointly with detectives from DCI Kiminini and Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) personnel, visited the scene following a report made by the area Assistant Chief.
Upon arrival, the officers found the lifeless body lying on a bed inside the house.
Police said the deceased had sustained multiple visible injuries, including a dislocated right shoulder, a deep cut above the right eyebrow, and injuries to her right leg.
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