Police in Chesikaki, Mt. Elgon, Bungoma County have launched an investigation into the death of a 23-year-old woman allegedly killed by her father.
Maurice Toto, 41, reportedly assaulted his daughter, Esther Nasimiyu, on Thursday night following a disagreement over a family matter.
Nasimiyu’s body was found in her room on Friday afternoon, showing signs of multiple injuries from a blunt object, according to authorities.
Area chief Morris Wetala confirmed the incident and urged parents to adopt non-violent disciplinary approaches instead of resorting to corporal punishment.
Toto is in custody at Chesikaki police station, awaiting charges, while Nasimiyu’s body is at Sante Hospital Mortuary for a postmortem.
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