MANDERA — A 20-year-old Ethiopian national working as a herdsboy was found dead in the Barkitichmtu area of Mandera County, with police investigating the circumstances of his killing.
The deceased, identified as Nura Hersi, was reportedly herding goats when he was killed under unclear circumstances.
Upon arrival at the scene, officers observed a deep cut on the left side of his neck, a stab wound to the chin and another injury to the left ear. Investigators also noted visible injuries on his knees. The body was partially concealed in a thicket.
Crime scene personnel documented the area before the body was moved to Rhamu Sub-County Hospital mortuary, where it awaits a post-mortem examination.
Police have launched investigations to establish the full circumstances surrounding the death and to identify those responsible.