Rongai in fear as young worker’s body found in Kware Market

Residents of Ongata Rongai in Kajiado County are living in fear following a surge in violent deaths in the area.

The most recent case involves the body of a young construction worker discovered in Kware Market.

The man was found with signs of blunt force trauma to his face, but no blood was visible at the scene, leaving many questions about how he died.

Authorities, including the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), have begun investigations, but no progress has been reported so far.

Cyprian Is Nyakundi brought this alarming situation to light on his X handle, where he shared the harrowing details of the young man’s death and expressed concern over the rising insecurity in Rongai.

Residents have echoed his sentiments, highlighting that they no longer feel safe in their own neighborhoods.

Many are afraid to go out after dark, and some have started closing their businesses earlier than usual to avoid becoming victims of the escalating violence.

This case follows another shocking incident where the mutilated body of Lydia Tokesi, a 29-year-old Moi University graduate, was found in Gataka Forest.

Lydia had been missing since January 4, and her discovery sent disbelief through the community.

Her death, coupled with the recent murder at Kware Market, marks the fourth violent killing reported in the area this month alone.

Such incidents have created an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty among residents, who are now demanding urgent action from the authorities.

Nyakundi has continued to use his platform to amplify the voices of Rongai residents, who feel neglected by local leaders and security agencies.

He criticized the apparent lack of police presence and the failure to implement measures to curb the growing crime wave.

Residents believe the region has become a hotspot for criminal activities due to ineffective policing and poor coordination among law enforcement agencies.

The people of Ongata Rongai are now calling for immediate steps to restore security in the area.

Suggestions include increasing police patrols, installing CCTV cameras in key locations, and fostering community policing initiatives.

Despite ongoing investigations, the lack of arrests in these cases has only deepened the community’s frustration.

Families of the victims, including Lydia Tokesi and the construction worker, are demanding justice, hoping that the perpetrators will be brought to book.

The fear in Ongata Rongai is palpable, and unless swift action is taken, the situation may worsen further.