A 20-year-old expectant student at Mawego National Polytechnic was brutally stabbed to death on Saturday in a suspected love triangle.
Sheryl Awino, a first-year student pursuing a land surveyor course, lost her life and her unborn child after being attacked by her boyfriend, who is also a student at the institution.
According to reports, the suspect allegedly stabbed Sheryl in the abdomen using a kitchen knife during a heated altercation. The attack not only claimed her life but also resulted in the tragic loss of her unborn child.
In a related incident, another student, Boas Owino, died while being rushed to Homa Bay Referral Hospital after being stabbed by the same suspect. The altercation reportedly stemmed from a dispute over Sheryl’s affections.
Tobias On’gwena, the area’s acting assistant chief, confirmed that the suspect was swiftly arrested and taken to Mbita Police Station for further investigation. The incident has sent shockwaves through the institution and the local community, raising concerns about student safety and the prevalence of gender-based violence.
Authorities have vowed to ensure justice is served as investigations into the tragic events continue.
