Police are currently searching for a man suspected of attacking his brother with an arrow and a machete, resulting in the brother’s death on the spot.

According to police in Kerio Valley, Elgeyo Marakwet County, the suspect was involved in a dispute with his late brother.

Reports suggest that the two men had a quarrel in the recent past but had met to resolve their differences in Kaben location.

During this meeting, their mother, Kimoi Somokwony Suter, was present at their home in Marich, located in Boroko village. It seemed that the two brothers had successfully buried the hatchet and resolved their issues.

However, things took a tragic turn. The suspect, 33-year-old Elkana Kiprono Kisang, reportedly lured his 35-year-old brother, Edward Kiptarus Kisang, to a nearby shopping center.

Once at the shopping center, Elkana is said to have attacked Edward with a machete and shot him with an arrow.

Edward sustained severe injuries to his neck and the right side of his chest, which ultimately led to his death.

After the attack, police quickly took action. They transported Edward’s body to Tot Hospital mortuary for further investigation.

Meanwhile, detectives are actively pursuing Elkana to bring him to justice for the murder of his own brother.

Increased family conflict and killings

This incident serves as a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly conflicts can escalate into violence that leads to deaths.

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Community members are left in shock as they come to terms with the tragic loss of Edward. Authorities are urging anyone with information about Elkana’s whereabouts to come forward and help in the ongoing investigation.

This tragic incident highlights the alarming increase in violence and killings within families and communities.

Conflicts that could be resolved through dialogue are escalating into deadly confrontations. Such rampant violence not only devastates families but also shakes the foundations of community safety and harmony.

Further more, as incidents like this become more frequent, it underscores the urgent need for conflict resolution initiatives and mental health support to address underlying issues before they lead to such tragic outcomes.

Communities must come together to promote peaceful resolutions and prevent further loss of life.