Police in Tharaka Nithi County have launched investigations after the body of a woman was discovered dumped in a river in the Chuka area.
According to police reports, the woman’s body was found naked in Ruguti River on May 5.
Authorities said the deceased had sustained a deep cut to the head, raising suspicion that she may have been murdered elsewhere before the body was dumped at the scene.
Investigators noted that local residents were unable to identify the woman, further strengthening suspicions that the body may have been transported from another location.
Police said the motive behind the killing remains unclear.
The body was moved to the mortuary pending a postmortem examination and further identification procedures as detectives continue with investigations.
