A 20 year-old man from Kathiani Location in Machakos County has been arrested for allegedly raping his 13 year-old sister.
The man who was identified as Muasya Kitheka is a casual worker in the village and has been unemployed for some time.
Kathiani location Chief Peter Munyao Muli confirmed the incident saying that the suspect was arrested after the incident was reported to him.
“After getting the information, the administration police together with community policing officers were able to arrest the suspect before he escaped. The man raped her sister when they were left together at home,” Muli said.
The chief added that medical examination will be done on the girl to treat any infection that she might have contracted. He also warned the residents from committing such crimes saying that whoever will be found guilty will face severe punishment.
Muli urged parents to instil good morals in their children to avoid such instances in the future. He also told parents to make sure their children attend school.
The suspect is being held at Kathiani Police Station and will be arraigned in court after police are through with their investigations.