Machakos in shock after bodies of two women, suspected child's remains found in Kaseveni village
Residents of Kaseveni village in Machakos County are still grappling with disbelief following a disturbing find in a remote thicket.
Police in Kathiani Sub-county are investigating after locals stumbled upon the decomposing bodies of two adult women and remains believed to belong to a child. The grim scene has left the community on edge, raising urgent questions about safety in the area and the circumstances surrounding these tragic deaths. Authorities have moved the remains to a nearby hospital mortuary for postmortem examinations as they work to piece together what happened.
The shocking discovery unfolded when villagers noticed a dog carrying what appeared to be a child’s limb. Alarmed, they followed the animal into the bush, where a foul odour guided them to the site. There, they found the women’s bodies alongside a skull thought to have been there for some time. Police have dismissed rumours of acid being used, attributing the condition of the remains to rapid decomposition in the heat. The remote location suggests the perpetrator or perpetrators knew the terrain well, adding to the mystery.
Local leaders and residents have expressed deep concern, with many fearing additional remains might be hidden nearby. Kathiani Sub-county Police Commander George Kashimiri has called on the public to stay alert and report any suspicious vehicles that could have been used to dump the bodies. While some speculate the incident may stem from a family conflict, investigators have not confirmed any motive and continue their search for answers. This tragedy has unsettled families across the area, prompting calls for a thorough probe to bring justice.
In a separate but related development, another unidentified body was found in a thicket in neighbouring Matungulu Sub-county. Such incidents highlight ongoing security challenges in parts of Machakos and underscore the need for stronger community vigilance and faster responses from law enforcement. As the country mourns these losses, the people of Kaseveni hope for swift resolution and measures to prevent similar horrors in the future.
