By KPC Reporter
The arrest of a Grade 9 student over the brutal killing of two young girls in Bonchari has intensified calls for justice.
Nominated Senator Essy Okenyuri Nyaituga Anyieni is among those who have condemned the tragedy that has left the county in mourning.
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Police confirmed that the student is the prime suspect in the deaths of Anna Bahati, 4, and Stacy Nyanchama, 5, whose bodies were found dumped in a banana plantation in Nkura Village, Nyangoge Sub-location, on Tuesday night after they had been reported missing.
The suspect was arrested by officers from Suneka Police Station and remains in custody as detectives piece together the events leading to the killings.
Investigators believe the girls may have been abducted, sexually assaulted and poisoned before their bodies were abandoned at the scene. Police are awaiting post-mortem results as investigations continue.
The shocking nature of the crime has sparked outrage across Bonchari, with residents demanding swift action against those responsible.
In a statement, Senator Okenyuri said she was heartbroken by the deaths and questioned how society had reached a point where children could become victims of such cruelty.
“The tragic news of the violation and consequent brutal killing of two innocent children aged four and five years in Nkura Village has left me heartbroken,” the senator said.
“Have we become so cavalier that we no longer recognise the sanctity of a child’s life? Have we become so callous as to inflict inconceivable pain on those who depend entirely on us for love, care and protection?”
The senator unequivocally condemned the killings and called on investigative agencies to move with speed and ensure justice is delivered.
“Every effort must be made to establish the truth, apprehend those responsible and ensure that justice is served swiftly,” she said.
Okenyuri further urged communities to remain vigilant and prioritise the safety of children.
“We must foster communities where children are safe, where warning signs are never ignored and where every member of society is committed to defending the dignity of every child,” she added.
According to family members, the two girls disappeared while playing near their homes on Tuesday evening.
Anna’s mother, Juliet Wache, said she became concerned when her daughter failed to return home for supper.
“I had prepared food and sent someone to bring her home to eat, but she could not be traced,” she recalled.
Residents immediately launched a search before reporting the matter to police.
Search volunteer Cyprian Geno described the scene where the bodies were discovered as deeply disturbing.
“One child was inside a sack while the other was lying in the open,” he said.
For Stacy’s mother, Faith Ondimu, the discovery confirmed her worst fears.
“My instincts had already told me that my child was no longer alive before I heard screams that the bodies were found,” she said.
The killings have also drawn condemnation from leaders across the political divide, including lawyer Cliff Ombeta, who called for speedy investigations.
“Children form an important part of our nation’s future aspirations; their safety and wellbeing is therefore non-negotiable,” Ombeta said.
