The murders follow a similar pattern — they happen past midnight and are executed by assailants who rarely steal anything. By WAIKWA MAINAMore by this AuthorBy STEVE NJUGUNAMore by this AuthorA spate of killings targeting women and children in Nyandarua and Laikipia counties has sent shivers down the spines of residents. Residents say the string of chilling murders that have rocked Nyandarua and Laikipia counties points to the existence of a gang of murderers for hire. In the past five months, more than 15 killings have been reported, with the most affected areas being Ol Joro Orok and Ndaragwa constituencies in Nyandarua. On March 25, Ms Alice Wanjiru, 23, was murdered in a similar manner in Gatumbiro village, Ol Joro Orok.

Source: Daily Nation April 28, 2020 21:56 UTC