Residents of Cheptaywa village in Gavudunyi sub-location, Vihiga County, were shocked to find the lifeless body of Nelson Galuktwa, a 46-year-old man, on the roadside near his home in a somber discovery.
The tragic incident unfolded when Galuktwa failed to return home after leaving with three friends the previous night, July 2.
According to reports, Galuktwa's body was found approximately 50 meters away from his residence.
The scene was marked by visible injuries—a cut on the left side of his face, bruises around his neck, and blood coming from his mouth, raising immediate suspicions of foul play.
Relatives of the deceased informed the police that Galuktwa had departed with his companions during the night but did not return as expected.
Their concerns heightened when his body was discovered the following day, prompting them to notify the authorities.
Law enforcement officials have initiated a thorough investigation into what is now suspected to be a murder case.
Details surrounding the circumstances of Galuktwa's death remain unclear, and the community is left in shock and mourning over the loss.
Murder cases in rural areas like Cheptaywa village are particularly distressing, as close-knit communities are deeply affected by such incidents.
The sudden loss of a community member under suspicious circumstances reverberates throughout the village, prompting calls for swift justice and heightened security measures.
Galuktwa's family, along with local residents, await updates from the police investigation, hoping for clarity and closure in this tragic event.
Authorities work diligently to piece together the sequence of events leading to Galuktwa's death as they urge anyone with information to come forward and assist in bringing those responsible to justice.
The loss of Nelson Galuktwa has left a void in Cheptaywa village, reminding everyone of the fragility of life and the need for community solidarity during times of adversity.