Authorities in Chuka are investigating the death of a 22-year-old university student found inside a hostel room in Ndagani. The victim, Kelvin Sigei, pursued a Bachelor of Science in Engineering at Chuka University.
Police officers responded to the scene after receiving reports from residents. Investigators found signs of a struggle inside the room. Household items lay scattered across the floor. Officers documented visible stab wounds on the upper body.
Detectives recovered two blood-stained knives at the scene. They believe the weapons were used during the attack. Forensic teams collected samples to support the investigation.
Preliminary findings show that Sigei was last seen on Thursday night. Witnesses said he was in the company of a woman described as his girlfriend. She is also a second-year student at the same institution.
Police have not established the motive behind the killing. Officers are searching for the woman to record her statement. Authorities believe she may provide crucial details about the final hours before the incident.
The body was transferred to a mortuary for postmortem examination. Investigators continue to interview students and hostel management. Security officers have increased patrols in the area to reassure residents.
University officials expressed concern over the incident. They urged students to remain calm as investigations proceed. Detectives aim to reconstruct the timeline leading to the fatal confrontation.
