Fear has gripped residents of Ngamba Aka village in Kamburu, Lari Sub-County, Kiambu County, following the reported killing of a woman and her granddaughter in a suspected gang attack.
The latest incident has renewed concerns over security in the village, where the number of women reportedly killed in recent incidents has risen to five.
The circumstances surrounding the latest killings remain unclear, with the identities of those responsible yet to be established as investigations into the incident are awaited.
The reported deaths have heightened anxiety among residents, particularly those living in areas where concerns over nighttime movements and access to isolated paths have been raised.
Residents have been urged to remain vigilant and take precautions as they go about their daily activities, especially at night and when passing through areas with limited security presence.
Where possible, members of the public have been advised to avoid walking alone in locations considered unsafe and to keep in touch with trusted family members when travelling. Households have also been encouraged to maintain communication with neighbours and share credible information that could help identify emerging security concerns.
The advisory further urges residents to report suspicious activities and credible threats to the police promptly rather than attempting to handle potentially dangerous situations on their own.
Community members have also been cautioned against confronting individuals suspected of involvement in criminal activities, as doing so could expose them to further danger or interfere with police investigations.
Residents have been encouraged to work closely with local authorities and provide any information that could assist in establishing what happened during the latest attack.
Those with information relevant to the killings are being urged to report directly to the police to support investigations and help establish the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
The public has also been warned against circulating unverified claims, names of suspected offenders or graphic images related to the incident. Such material could spread fear, wrongly implicate individuals or compromise efforts to establish the facts.
The reported killing of the woman and her granddaughter adds to growing unease in Ngamba Aka village, with the reported deaths of five women in recent incidents raising questions about the safety of residents.
As the community awaits further information, residents have been urged to remain alert, verify information before sharing it and cooperate with security agencies.
