Husband of Teacher Murdered After Withdrawing Cash Had Previously Been Kidnapped and Robbed

Husband of Teacher Murdered After Withdrawing Cash Had Previously Been Kidnapped and Robbed

Husband of Teacher Killed After Withdrawing Money from Bank Had Earlier Been Abducted, Robbed of Cash

Residents of Ekero Market in Busia are in a state of shock following the fatal shooting of a female teacher from Khaunga Secondary School by armed assailants on Tuesday.

The victim, Roselida Akinyi Wanga, was attacked in broad daylight shortly after she withdrew Ksh. 200,000 from a bank in Mumias town.

Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants, who had been trailing her in a small vehicle, ambushed her as she made her way home.

According to area Chief Peter Nabiswa, this incident is not the first instance of the family being targeted. Last year, Akinyi’s husband, who is also a teacher, was abducted, robbed of cash, and subsequently dumped in a thicket in Siaya after withdrawing money from the same bank.

The couple also managed mobile banking and agency services at Khaunga Market, which may have rendered them susceptible to criminal attention.

Authorities have confirmed that investigations are currently ongoing; however, no arrests have been made to date.

Community members have condemned the act of violence, demanding immediate action from law enforcement.

The brutal murder has left the local population feeling terrified, with many urging authorities to strengthen security measures.

This incident underscores the increasing concerns regarding bank-related robberies in various regions of the country, alongside calls for enhanced security for business operators and residents.