Man Allegedly Killed by Chief With Help From Nyumba Kumi Members
The assistant chief, however, disputed the family's account, claiming the man had fled the scene and may have sustained injuries elsewhere...
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A family in Nyamira County is seeking justice after a 39-year-old man, a father of two, allegedly died weeks after being assaulted by an assistant chief and Nyumba Kumi members. The incident, which occurred on December 11, involved suspicions of transporting illicit brew.
- The victim succumbed to injuries, with an autopsy revealing a skull fracture consistent with blunt force trauma.
- The accused, an assistant chief, disputes the family's account, claiming the man fled and was injured elsewhere.
- The victim's widow reported the matter at Kiambere Police Station and alleges previous attacks by the administrator.
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