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HomeDaily NewsMonday, December 1, 2025Police Investigate Unrelated Violent Crimes Including Deaths, Assault, and a Gang Rape - December 2025
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Police Investigate Unrelated Violent Crimes Including Deaths, Assault, and a Gang Rape - December 2025

Police are investigating several separate violent crimes. In Kilimani, a 48-year-old woman is facing charges for allegedly pushing her boyfriend to his death from a 14th-floor apartment. DCI detectives are also searching for a suspect who fatally stabbed a digital taxi driver, Kenneth Kimani Gachoka, in Nairobi's Kitusuru area. In Meru County, police arrested three suspects in connection with a gang rape in Laare, where attackers filmed the incident. Additionally, a Kenyan Member of Parliament allegedly stormed a hotel in Kisii town and physically attacked a civilian on November 27th. In a separate case involving the death of Daystar University student Lorna Kathambi Karani on November 23, new CCTV footage has cleared seven initially suspected students.

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Twist in the Death of Daystar University Student as New Evidence Emerges

Twist in the Death of Daystar University Student as New Evidence Emerges

Seven university students initially suspected in the death of Daystar University student Lorna Kathambi Karani have been cleared due to new CCTV footage. The incident occurred on November 23, when Lorna fell from a balcony after a party.

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Seven university students initially suspected in the death of Daystar University student Lorna Kathambi Karani have been cleared due to new CCTV footage. The incident occurred on November 23, when Lorna fell from a balcony after a party.

  • New CCTV footage, which emerged on December 1, showed Lorna accidentally falling while attempting to jump between balconies.
  • The seven students (four boys and three girls) were initially arrested and detained after items belonging to the deceased were found in the apartments.
  • The prosecution recommended a public inquest into the death of Lorna, rather than pursuing criminal charges against the students, a recommendation accepted by the court.
Monday 9:45 AMKenyansFirst

Kenyan MP Storms Hotel, Fights Civilian over Love

Kenyan MP Storms Hotel, Fights Civilian over Love

A Kenyan Member of Parliament allegedly stormed a hotel in Kisii town on Thursday, November 27th, and physically attacked a civilian during breakfast. The confrontation, reportedly fueled by a love triangle, was captured on CCTV footage.

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A Kenyan Member of Parliament allegedly stormed a hotel in Kisii town on Thursday, November 27th, and physically attacked a civilian during breakfast. The confrontation, reportedly fueled by a love triangle, was captured on CCTV footage.

  • The legislator reportedly confronted the civilian over involvement with a woman linked to the MP, escalating into a physical altercation lasting several minutes.
  • The civilian victim filed an assault complaint at Kisii Central Police Station on November 27th, but no arrest has been made despite a P3 form being filled.
  • The victim's lawyer, Bernard Atancha, raised concerns about the delay in arrest and claimed their client is in danger of further harm from the legislator.
Monday 10:57 AMKenyans

Taxi Driver Stabbed to Death by Passenger in Nairobi

Taxi Driver Stabbed to Death by Passenger in Nairobi

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) are searching for a suspect who fatally stabbed a digital taxi driver, Kenneth Kimani Gachoka, in Nairobi after a disagreement. The incident occurred over the weekend in the Kitusuru area.

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Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) are searching for a suspect who fatally stabbed a digital taxi driver, Kenneth Kimani Gachoka, in Nairobi after a disagreement. The incident occurred over the weekend in the Kitusuru area.

  • Gachoka was stabbed in the neck after picking up a passenger from a petrol station in Westlands and driving him to Chrisco Christian Church.
  • Despite the injury, the driver managed to call colleagues before being pronounced dead on arrival at a nearby hospital.
  • Investigators are reviewing CCTV footage from the petrol station and impounded Gachoka's vehicle as part of the ongoing investigation.
  • This incident follows another recent murder of a boda boda rider, Antony Otieno, in South B, Nairobi, suspected to be linked to a phone delivery.
Monday 11:09 AMCapital News

Woman in Kilimani pushes boyfriend to his death from 14th floor apartment

Woman in Kilimani pushes boyfriend to his death from 14th floor apartment

A 48-year-old woman in Kilimani is facing charges after allegedly pushing her boyfriend, Lee Owino, 25, to his death from a 14th-floor apartment. The incident occurred after an argument following a night of drinking.

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A 48-year-old woman in Kilimani is facing charges after allegedly pushing her boyfriend, Lee Owino, 25, to his death from a 14th-floor apartment. The incident occurred after an argument following a night of drinking.

  • Owino was found on the rooftop of a parked car with visible injuries, including broken legs.
  • The woman reportedly slept through the night and was awakened by neighbors and police, unaware of the fatal fall.
  • Detectives recovered assorted drugs and empty alcohol bottles from the apartment and are searching for a male friend who left before the incident.
Monday 4:12 PMCapital News

Filmed Gang Rape in Meru Sparks Outcry As Police Arrest Three

Filmed Gang Rape in Meru Sparks Outcry As Police Arrest Three

Police are investigating a horrific gang rape in Laare, Meru County, where a woman was assaulted by over ten men during a traditional circumcision procession on December 1, 2025. The attackers filmed the incident and circulated the video online, sparking widespread outrage.

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Police are investigating a horrific gang rape in Laare, Meru County, where a woman was assaulted by over ten men during a traditional circumcision procession on December 1, 2025. The attackers filmed the incident and circulated the video online, sparking widespread outrage.

  • Three suspects have been arrested, and a manhunt is underway for the remaining perpetrators.
  • The incident occurred during a procession involving about 100 men in Laare Town.
  • The survivor is receiving treatment and counseling at a local hospital, while a specialized team assists in tracking down those involved.
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