A 23-year-old man from Kasinga Village in Machakos County has been arrested for killing his friend after the two were involved in a disagreement.
The man was involved in a conflict with his friend when he took a knife and stabbed his friend on the chest killing him instantly.
Machakos Deputy County Commander Joshua Ole Leina confirmed the incident and urged residents to seek peaceful ways of solving conflicts adding that those who will take law into their own hands will face severe punishment.
Ole Leina also urged the chiefs and their assistants to initiate dialogue whenever a conflict occurs among the residents adding that if conflicting parties fail to agree they should seek justice in the courts.
The body of the deceased was taken to Machakos Level 5 Hospital mortuary as the accused was arrested and taken to Machakos Police Station as he awaits arraignment.