Julius Kiprop
- A car carrying a stolen bull was set on fire by angry residents in Likuyani, Kakamega County.
- The bull’s owner identified her animal after locals intercepted the vehicle.
- The suspects fled before the mob acted, leaving behind the car and the bull.
- Police have increased security to address a recent rise in cattle theft.
A dramatic incident unfolded in Matunda, Likuyani area of Kakamega County after locals intercepted a car transporting a stolen bull. The situation escalated when the enraged crowd set the vehicle ablaze.
The incident began when a local woman discovered her bull was missing from the grazing field where she had tied it. She raised the alarm, and word quickly spread that a suspicious car carrying a bull had been spotted nearby.
Upon reaching the scene, the woman identified the bull as hers. By this time, however, the car’s occupants had fled, abandoning the Toyota Belta and the stolen animal. Angered by the brazen act, the residents set the vehicle on fire as a warning against cattle theft.
Police arrived later, allowing the woman to reclaim her bull while securing the burned car wreckage. Authorities have noted an increase in cattle thefts in the area and are implementing measures such as roadblocks to curb the crime.
The incident highlights growing concerns about cattle theft in Kakamega County. While the owner was relieved to recover her animal, the fiery response from residents underscores the frustrations within the community. Police have promised swift action to restore confidence and prevent further incident
