In a shocking case of domestic violence, 52-year-old Elijah Matoke from Nakuru lost his life after being brutally attacked with acid in his own home.
The incident has sent ripples of horror through the local community, highlighting the devastating consequences of unresolved domestic conflicts.
According to eyewitness accounts, Matoke was attacked while resting on his bed, suffering severe burns that would ultimately claim his life. Neighbor Lilian Magomera recounted the traumatic moments following the attack, describing Matoke’s agonizing screams:
“We heard screams of ‘woi, ninakufa, wamenimaliza’ [Oh, I’m dying, they have finished me]. We came here, and we found him with burns, looking pink. I panicked and asked his children what had happened to their father.”
When neighbors rushed to the scene, they found Matoke with severe burns, his skin appearing pink from the acid.
A Daughter’s Heartbreak
Claris Matoke, the victim’s daughter, shared an emotionally devastating account of her father’s final moments. In a voice broken by grief, she recalled his last words at the hospital:
“My daughter, hold my hand and take me home.” These painful words, spoken as he was about to pass away, captured the depth of his suffering and the family’s immense loss.
Local law enforcement has taken swift action in the case. Anderson Njagi, the Nakuru West police commander, confirmed that both Matoke’s wife and son are the primary suspects in the attack. He stated,
“They are in custody, and once we are done with investigations, we will arraign them in court for the offence of murder.”
A Broader Pattern of Domestic Violence
Tragically, this was not an isolated incident. In a separate report, another domestic dispute in Nakuru County resulted in a man allegedly killing his wife.
Witnesses noted that the couple had been living together for three years, marked by frequent disagreements.
Local residents have responded to these incidents with a powerful call for peaceful conflict resolution. They are urging couples to find amicable ways to address their disputes, emphasizing the need to prevent such violent and irreversible actions.
GBV isn’t just a women’s issue—it’s everyone’s fight. Men, join the movement to end violence and foster equality.@SautiZetu254#BilliNowNow#CommunityVoices#IAMBRAVE#EmpoweringTheNow pic.twitter.com/QOMgPLeHCR
— NAKURU MAYOR (@Morgan_ke1) December 5, 2024
