Three Bodies Murdered by bandits leave morgue
Three Bodies Leave Tot Mortuary as Insecurity Escalates in Elgeyo Marakwet
Tot, Elgeyo Marakwet County – March 10, 2025
Grief and tension gripped Tot town as three bodies of individuals murdered by bandits in Endo Ward were released from Tot Mortuary for burial. The killings are the latest in a series of violent attacks that have plagued Elgeyo Marakwet County, where insecurity has escalated despite recent government interventions.
The victims, whose identities were not immediately disclosed, were ambushed and killed by armed assailants in Endo Ward, a region that has suffered frequent attacks attributed to cattle rustling and inter-community conflicts. Relatives and local leaders gathered at the mortuary to collect the bodies, condemning the continued loss of innocent lives and calling for urgent security measures.
Government Intervention Yet to Bear Fruit
Three days ago, Deputy Inspector General of Police, Mr. Lagat, delivered a Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle to Tot, a move aimed at strengthening security operations in the area. The vehicle was part of a broader security reinforcement initiative commissioned by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen.
During the deployment, Mr. Lagat issued a 24-hour ultimatum for voluntary disarmament of individuals in possession of illegal firearms. However, the deadline elapsed without any significant surrender of weapons, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the security response.
Residents of Tot and surrounding areas have expressed frustration over the continued banditry, questioning the government’s ability to contain the situation. “We appreciate the deployment of security personnel and equipment, but people are still dying. We need more action, not just threats,” said a local elder.
Local leaders and residents are now demanding a more aggressive crackdown on armed groups terrorizing the region. Some have called for increased intelligence-led operations, while others advocate for community-led peace initiatives.
The rising insecurity in Elgeyo Marakwet has also drawn national attention, with human rights groups urging the government to prioritize long-term solutions, including economic empowerment programs and conflict resolution efforts.
As the families of the slain individuals prepare to lay their loved ones to rest, the people of Tot remain on edge, hoping that the government’s next steps will bring lasting peace to their troubled region.
Tot, Elgeyo Marakwet County – March 10, 2025
Grief and tension gripped Tot town as three bodies of individuals murdered by bandits in Endo Ward were released from Tot Mortuary for burial. The killings are the latest in a series of violent attacks that have plagued Elgeyo Marakwet County, where insecurity has escalated despite recent government interventions.
The victims, whose identities were not immediately disclosed, were ambushed and killed by armed assailants in Endo Ward, a region that has suffered frequent attacks attributed to cattle rustling and inter-community conflicts. Relatives and local leaders gathered at the mortuary to collect the bodies, condemning the continued loss of innocent lives and calling for urgent security measures.
Government Intervention Yet to Bear Fruit
Three days ago, Deputy Inspector General of Police, Mr. Lagat, delivered a Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle to Tot, a move aimed at strengthening security operations in the area. The vehicle was part of a broader security reinforcement initiative commissioned by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen.
During the deployment, Mr. Lagat issued a 24-hour ultimatum for voluntary disarmament of individuals in possession of illegal firearms. However, the deadline elapsed without any significant surrender of weapons, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the security response.
Residents of Tot and surrounding areas have expressed frustration over the continued banditry, questioning the government’s ability to contain the situation. “We appreciate the deployment of security personnel and equipment, but people are still dying. We need more action, not just threats,” said a local elder.
Local leaders and residents are now demanding a more aggressive crackdown on armed groups terrorizing the region. Some have called for increased intelligence-led operations, while others advocate for community-led peace initiatives.
The rising insecurity in Elgeyo Marakwet has also drawn national attention, with human rights groups urging the government to prioritize long-term solutions, including economic empowerment programs and conflict resolution efforts.
As the families of the slain individuals prepare to lay their loved ones to rest, the people of Tot remain on edge, hoping that the government’s next steps will bring lasting peace to their troubled region.
