Police in Keumbu, Kisii County, have launched investigations into the suspected murder of a teacher whose body was found dumped by the roadside in the Gianchere area along the Kisii-Keroka Road.

The deceased, identified as Matthew Barongo, was allegedly attacked on Thursday evening before his body was discovered with visible injuries believed to have been inflicted using a sharp object.

The circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear, with detectives expected to establish what led to the attack and identify those involved.

Barongo was a teacher at Riondonga Comprehensive School and a resident of Migosi Village, Ekona ya Gechino, Biombe Sub-location in Nyaribari Chache Constituency.

According to preliminary reports, the teacher was found lying by the roadside with injuries that raised suspicion of a violent attack.

He was subsequently rushed to Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital for medical attention but was pronounced dead upon arrival.

His death has left his family and the local community seeking answers, particularly regarding the events leading to the fatal incident.

The family has appealed to the police to expedite investigations and ensure that those responsible for Barongo's death are arrested and prosecuted.

Investigators are expected to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident, including where the teacher was attacked, the possible motive and whether he was assaulted at the scene where his body was discovered.

Police have yet to establish the motive behind the killing or publicly identify any suspects in connection with the incident.

The latest incident adds to concerns over violent attacks resulting in loss of life, with the family now relying on investigators to establish the truth and secure justice for the deceased.

Authorities are yet to issue further details on the progress of the investigations.

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