60-year-old man killed by falling tree while cutting it in Bungoma

A sombre mood has engulfed Namakhele Village in Tongaren Constituency, Bungoma County, following the death of a 60-year-old man who was killed after a tree being cut down in his homestead fell on him.

The deceased, identified as Protus Wanyonyi, reportedly sustained serious head injuries and died while being rushed to Bungoma County Referral Hospital.

Confirming the incident, Namakhele Village Elder Fred Nalianya urged residents to exercise caution while undertaking their daily activities to prevent similar accidents.

Meanwhile, Wanyonyi's widow, Mirriam Wanyonyi, has appealed to well-wishers and members of the public to support the family in raising funds and making arrangements for her husband's final interment, saying they are facing difficulties following his sudden death.