Kenyan Couple Arrested over Accidental Killing of Daughter During a Domestic Fight

Police in Narok County are holding a man and his wife following the accidental killing of their eight-year-old daughter during a domestic fight.

Amos Maengwe (30) was reportedly beating his wife Esther Kaiseyi (21) with a wooden object when he missed the target and instead hit the girl on the head.

While taking the minor to the hospital for medical attention, the couple ran into police officers, who helped them rush the child to Kilgoris sub-county hospital.

Upon arrival at the facility, doctors tried to attend to the girl whose condition had worsened, but unfortunately she passed away while undergoing treatment.

The two were arrested and booked at Kilgoris police station awaiting arraignment in court as investigations continue.

The incident happened at the couple’s home in Majengo estate in Kilgoris town on Monday night.