There was drama in Gilgil town when KDF officer and a farmer were fighting over a mother of 3 kids. Photo/the-star.co.ke
A KDF officer and a farmer caused drama in Gilgil town when they got into a fight over a woman as each claimed she was his wife.
The officer was accused of stealing the 23-year old woman from Webuye and bringing her to the Gilgil barracks where he is based.
He claimed he was married to the mother of three some years back before the marriage ended prematurely and the farmer, 52, took over.
"Though she has been living with another man, we have been cohabiting for over nine years and today I have decided to bring her to my house officially," he said.
According to the farmer, the three children are his and he is ready for a DNA test if needed.
He said he stood by the young wife after she was dumped by the KDF officer and he is ready to defend the marriage.
"I have been taking care of her until now when he wants to come back and destroy our marriage," he said.
Area Gender and Women empowerment officer Maina Andrew intervened since children were involved.
Maina said the women decided to go with the KDF officer, claiming the farmer is too old for her.
"The KDF officer claims the first born is his, while the farmer alleges that he has sired all the children further complicating the situation," Maina said.
He said that the matter had been referred to the children office in Webuye where the families resided.
"The woman wants to live with the KDF officer but the farmer will hear none of this as he has been there for her all those years," he added.