In the latest incident, residents of Mwaani village in Waia Location, Mbooni Sub-county, are living in shock and fear following the murder of a local school principal, who was attacked and killed in his home under unclear circumstances.
The horrifying attack occurred on Tuesday morning, sending waves of panic through the quiet community in Makueni County. According to preliminary reports from local authorities, the principal was ambushed by unidentified assailants who stormed his home armed with crude weapons.
Witnesses say the attackers cornered the principal and killed him in cold blood as his family members watched helplessly. The motive behind the killing remains unknown, leaving villagers anxious and desperate for answers.
Confirming the incident, Waia area chief Patrick Ndiku said that the matter was promptly reported to the police. Officers from Mbooni Police Station arrived at the scene to conduct investigations and later moved the body to the Makueni County Referral Hospital Mortuary for a postmortem examination.
The gruesome killing has sparked outrage and tension among residents, who are demanding swift action from security agencies to bring the perpetrators to justice. Locals described the deceased as a dedicated and respected educator who had faithfully served the community for years.
Community leaders have since urged the government to intensify security patrols and address the rising wave of insecurity that has recently gripped many parts of the country.
Police have assured residents that investigations are ongoing and appealed to anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist in tracing those behind the murder.
The death of the principal has left the education fraternity in Mbooni mourning the loss of one of its most committed and hardworking members — a man remembered for his integrity, leadership, and devotion to shaping young minds.
