Six in Custody Over Kericho Mass Grave as DCI Expands Investigations

The suspects already detained are assisting police in establishing how dozens of bodies ended up buried in a single site under unclear and irregular circumstances. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Investigations into a controversial mass grave in Kericho County have led to the arrest of six suspects as the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) probes the irregular burial of dozens of bodies.

Six suspects are in custody, with more arrests anticipated.
The DCI is leading the investigation, focusing on authorization processes and legal procedures.
Officials from Nyamira County are involved, with Governor Amos Nyaribo stating only 13 bodies were authorized for transfer.
Preliminary findings suggest possible collusion between public officials and cemetery attendants, with more bodies buried than a court order allowed, and some bodies showing signs of head injuries.

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