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In an incident that has shocked the whole country, a mother has been accused of brutally killing and cannibalizing her two-year-old daughter in the Milimani Estate of Kitengela, a neighborhood located around 20 miles south of Nairobi. The tragic event unfolded on April 23, leaving the local community and the country grappling with disbelief and horror.
The Details of the Tragedy
The accused, 24-year-old Olivia Naserian, allegedly stabbed her daughter, Glory Njeri, multiple times before mutilating her body and consuming parts of her organs, including the liver.
Neighbors became suspicious after hearing strange noises and the child’s screams coming from Naserian’s home. Reports describe the mother chanting nursery rhymes while committing the heinous act, a chilling scene that has left witnesses traumatized.
Desperate Attempts to Save the Child
Neighbors frantically tried to intervene, attempting to break down the door and calling the police. However, they were unable to reach the child in time.
By the time they managed to enter the house, they were confronted with a horrifying scene—Naserian had already killed her daughter and begun cannibalizing her remains.
The police arrived soon after and arrested Naserian, who was found unconscious beside her daughter’s lifeless body.
The Milimani Estate has been left in shock as the residents come to terms with the horrifying event. Local authorities, including the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), quickly took charge of the situation and are now investigating the full circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The Aftermath
Naserian has been taken into police custody and is facing charges of murder.
She appeared in court, where a magistrate ordered that she remain in custody for an additional 10 days to allow for a psychological evaluation.
Investigators are exploring the possibility that Naserian was experiencing severe mental health issues at the time of the crime.
Calls for Mental Health Awareness
This tragedy has sparked discussions across Kenya about the state of mental health care in the country.
Mental health professionals are using the incident to emphasize the importance of addressing mental illness and providing adequate support and resources for those in need.
Many believe that if Naserian’s mental health issues had been identified and treated earlier, this horrific incident might have been avoided.
Conclusion
As the investigation continues, Kenya mourns the loss of a young life in a tragedy that will forever haunt the country.
The case highlights the urgent need for mental health awareness and the importance of early intervention in preventing such devastating outcomes.
