Police in Nairobi are investigating a shocking incident in which a General Service Unit (GSU) officer was speared to death near State House on Monday morning.
The suspect, identified as Kinyuka Kinyumi, aged 56, left officers and witnesses horrified after claiming that he had been “sent by Satan” to carry out the brutal attack.
According to preliminary police reports, Kinyumi approached the State House area armed with a traditional spear and launched a sudden assault on the GSU officer who was on duty at the time. The officer sustained fatal injuries before the suspect was subdued and arrested at the scene.
“He said he was sent by Satan to attack the police officer. He killed him and is lucky to be alive,” one investigator revealed under anonymity due to the sensitivity of the ongoing probe.
During questioning, Kinyumi reportedly told detectives that he walked to the location under what he described as “spiritual directions” from satanic forces. Officers said he showed no remorse, repeatedly insisting that his actions were guided by unseen powers.
The incident has left the security fraternity in shock, with senior officers describing it as one of the most bizarre and unsettling attacks in recent years.
Police are now exploring several angles — including possible mental illness, occult influence, or whether the suspect could be part of a larger network. He is expected to undergo a psychiatric evaluation before formal charges are filed.
Meanwhile, investigators are reviewing the security breach that allowed the suspect to get close to one of the country’s most heavily guarded government installations. The tragedy has reignited calls for tighter security and enhanced psychological screening for individuals allowed near sensitive zones.
The identity of the slain officer has not yet been made public as police coordinate with his family and colleagues to manage the devastating loss. The officer served in the elite GSU unit responsible for protecting State House and other key installations.
The suspect’s chilling confession has sparked public outrage, with many Kenyans expressing disbelief over how such an incident could occur so close to the seat of power.
Authorities have promised a thorough investigation to uncover the truth behind the suspect’s disturbing claims and prevent similar tragedies in the future.
