Kisumu: Police query how dead college student messaged family after she was ‘gang-raped’, then murdered by ‘lover’

Kisumu: Police query how dead college student messaged family after she was ‘gang-raped’, then murdered by ‘lover’

Kisumu County Police Commander Hillary Toroitich said the suspect, who described himself as a teacher, confessed during interrogation at Maseno Police Station that he orchestrated the killing on April 5 – a day before the family formally reported her missing.

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A 42-year old daughter suspected to be a ‘mental case’ stabs 79-year old father to death in Vihiga

A 42-year old daughter suspected to be a ‘mental case’ stabs 79-year old father to death in Vihiga

In an interview, Chief Evans Endesia of Izava North Location said he received s distress call from a village elder about the murder incident and rushed to the home to confirm the same and call in the police.

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How three White widows bought a Black slave at Charleston Slave Market in 1857 and made him a gigolo, then jealousy set in

How three White widows bought a Black slave at Charleston Slave Market in 1857 and made him a gigolo, then jealousy set in

The house on Longitude Lane operated under rules that defied conventional Charleston dynamics. Samuel wasn’t assigned to manual labour. He was given a well-furnished room on the second floor. Catherine explained the arrangement: the three widows had formed a “domestic cooperative.” Wealthy, but without male heirs or husbands to give them social legitimacy, they needed something specific.

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Murdered or drowned? Police in Kisumu grapple with mystery of four boys found dead in abandoned quarry

Murdered or drowned? Police in Kisumu grapple with mystery of four boys found dead in abandoned quarry

The four boys aged 15, 12, 10 and 8 were pupils at the nearby Kudho Primary School. Addressing the media in his office on Monday evening, Leparmorijo cautioned against speculation until forensic and post-mortem findings are released.

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Siaya headteacher surrenders, arrested over murder of retired teacher and his wife over long-running land dispute

Siaya headteacher surrenders, arrested over murder of retired teacher and his wife over long-running land dispute

During last Sunday’s incident, the suspect allegedly killed Joseph Ooko Owuoth, a retired teacher and his wife Pamela Akeyo Ooko over a land dispute. The suspect assaulted Owuoth and Pamela at Wi Kawiti village, Gem Sori Kachiena Location in Rangwe Sub-County before going into hiding.

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Suspect in fatal stabbing of Kenyan presidential guard – ‘sent by devil’ – is detained for further investigations

Suspect in fatal stabbing of Kenyan presidential guard – ‘sent by devil’ – is detained for further investigations

Police say the man walked to the State House main gate disguised as a homeless person and killed a security officer after shooting with a bow and arrow. The officer was pronounced dead at a hospital. The man was arrested at the scene.

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Murdered for questioning beer: Lawyer to stand trial for killing colleague in brawl at house party

Murdered for questioning beer: Lawyer to stand trial for killing colleague in brawl at house party

The judge stated that evidence produced in court during the proceedings showed that Mogaka was at the scene of the tragic incident that led to the death of his colleague on the fateful day. Mogaka was charged with the murder of lawyer Calvin Ngaira on May 10, 2019.

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Court in Kenya slaps middle-aged man with two years in jail for the offence of ‘threatening to kill’

Court in Kenya slaps middle-aged man with two years in jail for the offence of ‘threatening to kill’

During the proceedings, the prosecution requested a strict custodial sentence, as the accused was a repeat offender with previous convictions for stealing and house breaking at Kenol Law Courts.

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Bestselling crime novelist Anne Perry was convicted of murder at age 15, then went on to sell 25 million copies her books

Bestselling crime novelist Anne Perry was convicted of murder at age 15, then went on to sell 25 million copies her books

Perry served five years in prison after which she returned to the UK under her new name, along with Parker. After she was released from prison, she left New Zealand to return to the UK, and worked briefly as a flight attendant.

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South Sudan on cliff-hanger as First Vice President Machar is charged with treason, terrorism

South Sudan on cliff-hanger as First Vice President Machar is charged with treason, terrorism

Edmund Yakani, a prominent civic leader in South Sudan, warned that the suspects should be presented in a competent court and not what he described as “a kangaroo court of law.” He said he hopes citizens will be able to attend court proceedings.

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