Detectives are actively investigating an incident involving the tragic death of a senior officer from the Kenya Prisons Service. Senior Superintendent of Prisons (SSP) Eric Kiarie Wainaina, 40, was discovered unresponsive in his car, located in an open field behind Spur Mall in Juja, Kiambu County, on Sunday morning.The community
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NACADA Seizes 240 Counterfeit Alcohol Bottles in Mukuru Raid
The national Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) spearheaded a multi-agency initiative to intensify its ongoing efforts against illicit alcohol. On Monday, officials raided a location in Mukuru Kwa Njenga, Embakasi South, successfully seizing 240 assorted counterfeit alcoholic beverages that displayed fraudulent KRA stamps.This operation involved
Kiambu Man Killed by Stray Dogs as Kisumu Funeral Row Turns Deadly
Tragedy occurred in Githunguri village, Kiambu County, where a 35-year-old man lost his life after being attacked by a pack of stray dogs while walking home at approximately 3 a.m. on August 22, 2026. George Kimani Gitangia faced this unfortunate attack on his way home. His cousin, upon discovering the
Embu Girl Dies After Bee Attack as Police Launch Probe
A tragic incident occurred in Embu County, where an eight-year-old girl lost her life due to injuries from a swarm of bees while gathering firewood with other children. On Saturday, the Gachoka Police Station in Mbeere South Sub-County received a report about this heartbreaking event. The girl's mother shared that
Mob Storms Wajir Police Station, Frees Stock Theft Suspect
Authorities are actively investigating a serious incident involving a suspected stock theft case. Earlier today, a mob of approximately 150 individuals forcefully stormed the Lagbogol Police Station in Hadado Subcounty, Wajir County, successfully liberating a 58-year-old suspect who had been detained for alleged stock theft.The crowd, armed with clubs and
Police Probe Nicole Semba Death, Arrest 3 in Kiambu Murder
The tragic death of 27-year-old Nicole Semba, discovered unresponsive in her Embakasi home, has prompted a thorough police investigation. This incident unfolds alongside another murder case in Kiambu County, which has ignited public protests and resulted in the arrest of three suspects.Nicole Semba was found unconscious in her residence on
Police Seize 220 Litres of Chang’aa in Kibra Raid
In a decisive operation in Kibra, Nairobi County, police have successfully apprehended two individuals of interest and seized a substantial 220 liters of illicit chang’aa. This initiative marks a significant step in the ongoing battle against the production and distribution of illegal alcoholic beverages.On Monday, July 20, 2026, the National
Deaths Under Investigation in Taita Taveta, Machakos and Nyandarua
Detectives in Taita Taveta County have initiated investigations following the discovery of a man's body beneath a bridge in Mwatate Subcounty. On Friday morning, authorities found the body of Christopher Kadari, approximately 50 years old, under a bridge at Singila Village along the Voi–Taveta Highway. Upon inspection, police noted that
Saba Saba 2026 Marked by Heavy Security and Quiet Streets
This year's Saba Saba commemorations across Kenya took on a notably subdued tone, primarily due to extensive police presence and roadblocks that restricted access to city and town centers. While these security measures aimed to ensure safety, they inadvertently caused significant traffic disruptions, bringing Nairobi to a near standstill for
Police Probe Murang’a Ex-Convict Murder and Vihiga Mob Justice Death
Detectives in Murang’a County are actively investigating the murder of 42-year-old Lawrence Maina Irungu, whose body was discovered in a maize plantation shortly after he returned home from prison. The body was found on Wednesday in Kirembu Village, about 500 meters from his home. Preliminary reports show he suffered multiple