Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested a 32-year-old man over the alleged murder of his wife following a suspected domestic dispute in Sabwani Village, Kiminini Sub-County, Trans Nzoia County.
The suspect, identified as Haron Kibet, is accused of killing his wife, Joan Nanjala, whose body was discovered inside the couple’s home.
According to the DCI, police officers from Waitaluk Police Station, working alongside detectives from DCI Kiminini and Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) personnel, responded to the scene after receiving a report from the area Assistant Chief.
Upon arrival, officers found the lifeless body of Joan Nanjala lying on a bed inside the house.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the deceased had sustained multiple injuries, including a dislocated right shoulder, a deep cut above her right eyebrow, and injuries to her right leg.
Investigators believe the fatal incident followed a domestic altercation between the couple, although inquiries are still ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
Crime Scene Investigation officers processes and documented the scene before the body was transferred to Cherangany Hospital Mortuary, where a post-mortem examination will be conducted to determine the exact cause of death.
The suspect remains in custody at Waitaluk Police Station as detectives finalize investigations ahead of arraignment in court.
The latest incident adds to growing concerns over cases of domestic violence and gender-based killings, with authorities urging members of the public to report domestic disputes early to help prevent fatal outcomes.
