A peaceful Sunday evening turned into a night of horror after a respected nurse was allegedly hacked to death by her 26-year-old son. The 52-year-old woman, well-known in her community for her compassion and dedication to patients, was discovered lifeless in her home with brutal injuries.
Police confirmed that the attack was carried out using a panga, a machete-like weapon, leaving investigators initially stunned by the sheer violence of the act. Neighbours recounted hearing screams just after sunset, never imagining that the evening would end in tragedy.
“She was such a gentle and selfless woman who cared for everyone,” one neighbour said with tears in her eyes. “To hear that her own son could do this is something we can’t comprehend.”
Authorities revealed that the alarm was raised when family members were unable to reach the nurse on phone. Upon arriving at the home, officers found her lifeless body and arrested her son, who was inside the house in a seemingly confused state. He remains in custody and is expected to face murder charges in court later this week.
Relatives disclosed that the young man had been battling emotional challenges, though it is unclear whether he ever received professional help. Local leaders have since called for stronger investment in mental health support, noting that many families are silently struggling with similar issues.
The Ministry of Health expressed deep sorrow at the tragic loss of one of its longest-serving healthcare workers. For over two decades, the nurse served tirelessly in rural clinics, often going beyond the call of duty to ensure her patients were cared for. Colleagues described her as “a pillar of strength” who was devoted both to her work and her family.
As the community gathers to mourn, residents are remembering a woman who spent her life healing others, only to fall victim to a senseless act within her own home. Her death is not only a devastating loss to her family but also a stark reminder of the urgent need to address mental health and family conflicts before they escalate to tragedy.
May her soul rest in eternal peace.
