A suspect, Solomon Kathurima Kairemia, has been arrested in connection with the murder of Evelyne Mukiri Mbaabu, who was hacked to death at her home in Meru County on August 7, 2026.

• The prime suspect was arrested on September 21, 2026, after forensic analysis linked him to the scene.
• The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is investigating the motive, with suggestions of a land dispute or whistleblower case.
• A blood-stained machete, believed to be the murder weapon, was recovered.