A sombre mood has engulfed Okumu Village in Shinyalu Constituency, Kakamega County, following the killing of Navakholo Technical College Deputy Principal Gershom Wafuna Manase at his home.
According to his mother-in-law, Cathrene Shibutse, she received a distress call from her daughter, who lives in Nairobi, informing her that Manase had been attacked and killed by suspected criminals.
The attackers reportedly fled with his mobile phone and television set following the incident.
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The killing has sparked concern among residents, who say insecurity has become increasingly worrying in the area, particularly at night.
Residents, led by Caroline Juma, have called on security agencies to urgently intervene and strengthen security to protect families and property.
Shiroko Shilenje, a colleague who worked with the late Manase, described him as a person of integrity and professionalism.
She called on police to launch immediate investigations and ensure those responsible for the killing are brought to justice.
Following the incident, Manase's body was moved to the Kakamega County Referral Hospital mortuary.
The circumstances surrounding the killing remain unclear, and police investigations will be crucial in establishing what happened and identifying those responsible.
The incident has renewed calls from residents for stronger security measures in Okumu Village and surrounding areas.