Armed bandits killed a Catholic priest Thursday afternoon during a deadly attack. Father Alloiss Cheruiyot Bett died when gunmen shot him after church services. The priest had finished leading prayers at Kakbiken village before heading home. Attackers fired four bullets at the priest and a church worker. One bullet hit the priest in the neck and killed him instantly.
Police Commander Peter Mulinge confirmed the shooting happened around 2:30 that afternoon. The attack took place just one kilometer from the local police station. Security teams launched a search for the killers across Kerio Valley. Officers believe the bandits thought the priest was spying on their activities. The missing catechist has not been found despite ongoing rescue efforts.
Bishop Dominic Kimengich recently warned about rising crime across the region. Military forces have worked for two years to stop bandit attacks. Fresh violence continues to claim innocent lives despite security operations. Interior Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen received reports about the priest's murder. Community members remain scared as armed groups terrorize Kerio Valley residents.
Police Commander Peter Mulinge confirmed the shooting happened around 2:30 that afternoon. The attack took place just one kilometer from the local police station. Security teams launched a search for the killers across Kerio Valley. Officers believe the bandits thought the priest was spying on their activities. The missing catechist has not been found despite ongoing rescue efforts.
Bishop Dominic Kimengich recently warned about rising crime across the region. Military forces have worked for two years to stop bandit attacks. Fresh violence continues to claim innocent lives despite security operations. Interior Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen received reports about the priest's murder. Community members remain scared as armed groups terrorize Kerio Valley residents.
