Homa Bay: Body of 4-year-old boy who went missing found in borehole

Police in Kuria West, Migori County, have launched investigations into the death of a boy aged 4 years whose body was found floating  in a borehole in Isebania area.

Kuria West sub-county police commander Cleti Kimaiyo said the body of the boy was found floating in the borehole by a member of the public.

The body was retrieved from the borehole and taken to Akidiva hospital mortuary for preservation awaiting collection by family members.

Mr. Kimaiyo said the deceased went missing on April 25, 2023, adding that they’re yet to establish what transpired before his death.

He stated that investigations into the incident have since begun, even as the body of the deceased is preserved pending autopsy.