A middle-aged man who allegedly slaughtered his six-year-old girl to death in Kisayani, Mutomo sub-county of Kitui county has been found dead.

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According to Mutomo Assistant County Commissioner (ACC) Jacob Ouma, the man committed suicide by jumping from Kamukenge mountain.

The man had fled on Saturday after killing his daughter following a brawl with his wife.

"Yes, the man was found at the foot of Kamuwenge mountain dead. It seems he actualised his threat before he could be nabbed," said Ouma.

"He fled after slaughtering his daughter mercilessly after a squabble with his wife," he added.

The man had left a suicide note stating he was going to kill himself.

Police had launched a manhunt to find him to no avail.

It is believed the deceased used a knife to slaughter his daughter, an action that has left the whole village in shock.

His body was taken by the police to Mutomo hospital mortuary for preservation and postmortem.

Ouma had earlier urged locals not to commit suicide when things get out of control and instead urged them to seek professional help in case they are overwhelmed by issues citing that every human being faces problems. 

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