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August 20, 2026
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Killed at home: Fired farmhand sought in employer's murder probe

Killed at home: Fired farmhand sought in employer's murder probe

Victor Kayari had worked for the family for only three months. He was accused of stealing Sh10,200...

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A fired farmhand is sought in connection with the brutal murder of his 60-year-old employer, Lydia Wathitha, in Thumaita village, Kirinyaga County. The victim's body was discovered dumped in an unused well after she was allegedly hacked to death on August 18, 2026.

  • The suspect, Victor Kayari, 32, was allegedly dismissed for stealing Sh10,200 from Ms. Wathitha.
  • The family suspects the killing was a revenge attack after Kayari was fired.
  • Ms. Wathitha's body was found wrapped in a blanket with deep cuts and stab wounds, and the suspect is believed to have attempted to destroy CCTV evidence.

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