A somber cloud has engulfed Machakos after a young man, Junior Githogoro, shared the devastating story of how his life changed in a single day.
Junior recounted how he left home for work one morning, expecting to return to his wife and children as usual. But when evening came, he walked into a scene that shattered his world forever — his beloved wife and their children lying lifeless inside their home.
Neighbors and the entire community were left in shock as word of the tragedy spread. According to Junior, the day had begun normally, with no signs of trouble in the family. He left with the hope of returning to his usual evening warmth, only to be met with a painful reality that continues to haunt him.
“Sometimes I regret going to work that day. If I had stayed, maybe things would have turned out differently,” he said in anguish.
The cause of death remains unclear, with police investigations still ongoing. The unanswered questions have only deepened the pain for Junior, who is now left grappling with a void that nothing can fill.
Friends and relatives describe him as a hardworking young man who loved his family dearly. They have rallied around him, offering emotional support, though they admit no words can erase the heartbreak of losing an entire family in such a shocking manner.
The tragedy has raised concern in the region, with leaders and clergy urging residents to be more vigilant and to report any unusual activity in their neighborhoods.
For Junior, life will never be the same again. Each day begins with memories of his wife and children, and he says his only prayer now is for strength to live through the pain.
