Police in Kitui County have detained a 46-year-old man from Kathukini village, Wikililye sub-location, Kitui Central Sub County, for brutally attacking his own children.
The incident reportedly involved the man allegedly attacking his 11-year-old and 9-year-old children with a panga.
The horrifying incident led to both children sustaining severe injuries and being rushed to Kitui Level 4 Hospital for urgent medical attention.
The police are currently conducting investigations and questioning the suspect to establish the motive behind this shocking act of violence. The community has been left stunned by this tragic event as they await further updates from the authorities.
More details on this distressing case will be provided as the investigation continues.