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Tragedy in Kiambu: 27-Year-Old Mother Alleged to Kill 2-Year-Old Child
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2026-07-11 11:57   Incidents   10

Tragedy in Kiambu: 27-Year-Old Mother Alleged to Kill 2-Year-Old Child

A 27-year-old woman named Sylvia Wanjiru is alleged to have killed her two-year-old child in Chura Village, Gatundu South, Kiambu County.The incident occurred on Saturday evening when the mother reportedly took the toddler to a nearby valley.The child's father discovered the body after returning from a shopping trip and following footprints into the valley.Neighbors revealed Sylvia had a history of mental health struggles and had gone missing multiple times before being brought back by family.Police confirmed the arrest of Sylvia, who is now under investigation.The community is in shock over the tragedy, with many struggling to comprehend how such an event could happen.Preliminary reports suggest the child's body was found beside the grave of the grandmother.Authorities are still assessing whether Sylvia's mental health history will influence the case.This incident has deeply affected the close-knit village, highlighting concerns about domestic safety and mental health support in the region.

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