Machakos County police have arrested Linet Munala for allegedly killing her three children in a shocking incident at Mlolongo Phase 3, Mavoko Subcounty.
The tragic event occurred on January 26, 2026, when Munala reportedly fed her children poisoned porridge at their rented home in Neema Plaza.
The victims include twin sisters aged one and their four-year-old elder brother. According to KTN News, the bodies were discovered by police after the family’s caretaker alerted authorities following a call from Munala, who allegedly instructed the caretaker to visit her home to “see wonders.”
Upon arrival, police found the children lying in separate beds, confirming their deaths at the scene.
Evidence recovered included unfinished porridge and the school uniform of the four-year-old boy, suggesting he had been preparing to attend school.
Senior police officers documented the scene before transferring the bodies to the mortuary pending autopsy and further investigations.
Neighbors revealed that Munala had recently accused her husband of infidelity, raising speculation about possible domestic tensions.
Authorities launched a manhunt after she initially fled the scene, but she was later apprehended and taken into custody.
Machakos County police have confirmed that investigations are ongoing to determine the exact motive behind the alleged killings.
The community has been left in shock, with residents expressing grief and concern over the incident.
This case adds to a growing list of tragic family-related killings in Kenya, raising concerns about mental health, domestic disputes, and the safety of children.
Police have urged anyone with information about the incident or the suspect’s movements prior to her arrest to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.
