A middle aged man has gone into hiding with Sh6,000 he collected from members of the public to give to a family infested with jiggers at Kiabiraa area in West Mugirango.
According to residents, Robert Omweri pleaded with locals to help the family of Joseph Oroo that is infested with jiggers.
"Omweri went round the village to collect the money which we contributed in good faith. No one knew he will end up pocketing the money and escape from the village," said Michael Atandi.
Mr. Atandi said Omweri lied to residents that he was to help Oroo's family to buy new blankets, clothes, drugs to treat the victims and buy food.
"He lured us and we gave him the money. He has since varnished from the village. The family yet to get the help from Omweri who has switched off his phone," he noted.
Area assistant chief Innocent Ongeri said Omweri is a conman who must be arrested to face prosecution.
"We are tracing the suspect who has gone into hiding in Trans Mara. He must return the money or face the law," said the chief.
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