Tragedy in Nakuru: Police Officer Dies by Suicide After 2 Wives Abandon Him
A police officer stationed at Nakuru Central Police Station in Nakuru County took his own life on Wednesday following a disagreement with his two wives.
According to a police report obtained by Kenyans.co.ke, the officer’s distress began when both of his wives left their home after the argument.
The report stated that he became ill and depressed, expressing gloomy thoughts about his proximity to death.
During this time, he was left alone with his daughters, aged 16 and 12.
“The report also confirmed that the deceased had been unwell and struggling with depression, frequently telling them he believed his life was nearing its end,” the report noted.
At 11:30 am on Wednesday, the officer reportedly spent time in an unfinished house on his property, leaving his children at home.
He used a sisal rope to hang himself from a roof timber inside the house.
His eldest daughter discovered his body at midday and alerted the police.
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Local officers arrived at the scene and documented the situation to understand what had occurred.
No suicide note was found at the scene, and a close examination of his body showed no obvious signs of injury.
His body was taken to the PNN Mortuary in Nakuru after the Crime Scene Investigation team assessed the scene.
This incident emphasizes the challenging circumstances police officers face in their profession, leading to an increase in suicides among law enforcement due to mental health struggles.
In response, the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) implemented mental health programs to help senior officers support their juniors in handling work and family-related challenges.
Tragedy in Nakuru: Police Officer Dies by Suicide After 2 Wives Abandon Him
