On Tuesday, the lifeless body of Pamela Atieno Omunya, a 60-year-old woman, was discovered floating on a water pan in Nyandiwa village, Alego/Usonga, Siaya County.
Siaya County Police Commander Cleti Kimaiyo revealed that members of the public stumbled upon the grim sight while fetching water from the pan.
The deceased had last been seen by her sister, Irene Adhiambo, with whom she shared supper on Monday night before retiring to her home in Osumba village, situated in the neighboring sub-location of Randago.
The shock was palpable among the woman’s relatives when her body was found lifeless on the water pan several kilometers away from her residence.
Despite the absence of physical injuries, Mr. Kimaiyo confirmed that locals assisted in retrieving the body from the water.
Authorities have transported the body to the Siaya County Referral Hospital mortuary for a postmortem examination to determine the cause of death.
The incident has sent ripples of distress throughout the community, prompting questions about the circumstances surrounding the woman’s tragic demise.
Law enforcement agencies are actively investigating to unravel the sequence of events leading to her untimely passing.
As the family grapples with the loss, local authorities have pledged support and are committed to uncovering the truth behind the unfortunate incident.
Meanwhile, residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
The sudden and inexplicable nature of the woman’s death has underscored the importance of community awareness and safety measures in safeguarding against unforeseen tragedies.
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