Police officers in Nyamira County have arrested a man linked to the brutal murder of a man who has been working at a local hotel in Nyamira town.
Confirming the arrest on Wednesday morning Lilis Wachira Nyamira police boss said the suspect whose identity is yet to be revealed is the prime suspect.
“The suspect is in custody helping police with probe. He will be charged in court on Thursday following the brutal murder of the deceased Nyarenchi Ong’aro who was found dead on the road on Tuesday with his body having deep panga cuts all over the body,” he said.
According to Wachira, detectives are doing everything possible to ensure all the killers and apprehended.
He urged members of the public to remain calm to allow police probe the killing.
Wachira assured that police officers are working around the clock to ensure locals are protected during the festive season.
He warned local youths who have turned to be criminals against taking advantage of the festive season to attack, rob and kill innocent locals saying everyone is protected by the law.
“No one is above to kill others. Ong’aro’s killers will have to face the law to serve as an example to the rest," he added.