A man has surrendered to police and confessed to killing his wife following a domestic altercation in Tipis Town, Mau Narok, Nakuru County.

The suspect reportedly told officers at Ndeffo Police Station that he had killed his 24-year-old wife, Risper Chepkurui, during an argument at their rental house before fleeing to his mother’s home in the Kihingo area.

According to police sources, the suspect informed his mother about the incident. After consultations with family members, he was advised to turn himself in and subsequently surrendered at the police station, where he was arrested.

Discovery of the Body

The body of Chepkurui, a casual worker in the area, was discovered on September 29, 2025, sprawled inside her house. At the time of discovery, both her husband and their two-year-old son were missing.

Police investigators found extensive blood stains on the walls of the house, with clear signs of a violent struggle. Authorities suspect the victim’s head was repeatedly struck against the walls, leading to her death.

“The scene indicated a brutal attack. There were blood stains throughout the house, suggesting a prolonged struggle,” a police officer familiar with the case said.

Investigation Underway

While the suspect claimed the killing resulted from a domestic argument with the mother of his child, the exact cause of the confrontation remains under investigation.

Police confirmed they are processing the suspect for murder charges. The body of the deceased has been transferred to the mortuary, where it awaits an autopsy and other procedural examinations.

The case adds to growing concerns about domestic violence in the region, with authorities urging families to seek peaceful conflict resolution and report cases of abuse before they escalate to tragedy.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, contact the Gender Violence Recovery Centre hotline at 1195 or the National Police Service on 999/112.