A 48-year old man linked to the murder of his younger brother was on Monday arrested by police officers in Eldoret town.

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Eldoret East OCPD Richard Omanga confirmed the arrest and said the suspect is alleged to have stabbed the victim to death using a kitchen knife.

Omanga said the incident occurred at their Rurigi in Tarakwa division within Uasin Gishu County on Saturday.

"The suspect went into hiding but police officers with the help of members of the public cooperated leading to the suspect’s arrest,” said Omanga.

The OCPD said neighbors heard the two fighting at the deceased homestead and when they rushed there, they found the deceased laying down in a pool of blood.

He said the suspect will be arraigned in court on Wednesday to be charged with the murder.

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