Kisii: Eight people have been injured, one of them critically, following renewed clashes over alleged cattle theft along the Transmara West area in Narok County and the Bomachoge Borabu border in Kisii County. Speaking to the Kenya News Agency, Transmara West Sub County Police Commander Mr. Gatuko Joseph confirmed that the dispute began when a cow and a calf were stolen from the Kisii side.
According to Kenya News Agency, Mr. Gatuko stated, “It’s unfortunate that peace has been disrupted between these two border communities. The root of these skirmishes lies in the theft of a cow and a calf from Kisii, which were destined for Transmara.” He noted that these communities have enjoyed long-standing tranquility and have much in common, making the recent conflict an unusual disruption.
The conflict, which erupted on Sunday, escalated as rival groups clashed using bows and arrows, resulting in eight individuals being wounded. The injured were taken to Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital (KTRH) for treatment of arrow wounds, with one victim currently in critical condition in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Mr. Gatuko emphasized the importance of maintaining peace to thoroughly investigate the incident and identify those responsible for the cattle theft.
To restore calm, security agencies have deployed General Service Unit (GSU) officers along the volatile Kisii-Transmara border. Security chiefs from both regions convened a day-long crisis meeting with local leaders and residents to establish lasting peace. Frustrated by the recurring cattle rustling conflicts, residents call for a permanent solution, while authorities caution against mob justice and emphasize the need to pursue lawful resolutions.