A Kenyan family is in shock after two brothers who had travelled to Saudi Arabia in search of better opportunities ended up in tragedy.
Reports indicate that 35-year-old Stanley Gathirimu allegedly stabbed his younger brother, George Ngugi, to death in Jeddah. The incident is said to have occurred after Stanley walked into a woman’s house and found George inside. In a rage, he allegedly grabbed a knife and stabbed him three times in the chest before fleeing.
George died on the spot before help could arrive. Saudi police have since launched a manhunt for Stanley.
Under Saudi law, murder carries the death penalty. If convicted, Stanley faces execution, a reality that leaves the family fearing a double loss — George’s death and the possible execution of his brother.
Family members back home describe the two as close while growing up, making it difficult to understand how their relationship turned fatal. The tragedy has left them shattered and struggling to come to terms with the events.
On social media, Kenyans condemned the killing, expressing disbelief that a quarrel over a woman could escalate to murder. Many noted the heartbreaking possibility that the family may be forced to bring home two bodies.
As investigations continue, George’s relatives are hoping at least to repatriate his body for burial in Kenya, while questions remain unanswered about what truly unfolded in Jeddah that turned brother against brother.
