Kapkures village in Ainamoi Sub-county, Kericho County, is shrouded in shock and grief today following the brutal murder of a 33-year-old man, Cosmas Langat. The community is left reeling with unanswered questions as Langat fell victim to known assailants under mysterious circumstances.
Assistant Chief Moses Langat of Tendwet Sub-location confirmed the distressing incident, disclosing that Cosmas Langat met a tragic end, having been ruthlessly hacked to death. The circumstances surrounding his demise remain shrouded in mystery.
According to Langat, the grim ordeal unfolded last night as the victim was in the company of a friend. Emerging from the darkness, assailants, whose identities were known, seized Langat and forcibly whisked him away to an undisclosed location. Amidst the chaos, the friend managed to escape and rushed to Langat’s home to alert his wife of the harrowing event.
The community was left in disbelief as the night wore on with no sign of Langat’s return. Eventually, his wife was compelled to report his absence, leading to a grim discovery. Langat was found lifeless, his body bearing deep, fatal wounds inflicted by his assailants. The motive behind the brutal attack remains elusive.
This isn’t the first time Langat has faced such dire circumstances. Last year, he narrowly escaped another attempt on his life when unknown assailants set his house ablaze. Fortunately, he emerged unscathed, though his wife suffered minor burns in the incident.
Expressing grave concern over the surge in violent crimes and suicides in the area, Assistant Chief Langat issued a poignant appeal to residents, urging them to refrain from resorting to such heinous acts.
Prompt action was taken following the discovery of Langat’s lifeless body. The incident was swiftly reported to Brooke Police Station, prompting a rapid response from law enforcement officers. The victim’s remains were subsequently transported to Kericho Referral Hospital mortuary.
As the community grapples with the shock of this senseless tragedy, authorities have launched a determined manhunt to track down and bring the perpetrators of this heinous crime to justice. The assailants, who managed to evade capture at the scene, are now the focus of an intensive search effort.
The loss of Cosmas Langat has left a profound impact on Kapkures village, casting a pall of sorrow and bewilderment over the close-knit community. As investigations continue, residents remain vigilant, clinging to the hope that those responsible for this merciless act will soon be apprehended, bringing a semblance of closure to this heartbreaking chapter in their midst.