6 persons of interest arrested in connection to gang rape incident
By Ascah Mwango, December 3, 2025Six people have been arrested in connection with a gang rape that occurred on December 1, 2025, in Laare Town, Igembe North Sub-County.
In a statement shared by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, the disturbing incident was reported by members of the public, who alerted authorities after a young woman was attacked by a group of men taking part in a traditional circumcision procession.
Law enforcement officers responded swiftly and found the woman in a state of severe distress. She was taken to Nyambene Hospital, where she received medical care.
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Following the attack, police launched a thorough investigation that led to the arrest of the six individuals linked to the crime. Authorities confirmed that efforts are ongoing to ensure the perpetrators are held accountable.
“Law Enforcement Officers from Laare Police Station have apprehended six suspects linked to a horrifying gang rape incident that occurred on December 1, 2025, in Laare Town, within Igembe North Sub-County. On that day, a distress call was received from members of the public, revealing a young woman in grave danger, being gang raped by a group of men participating in a traditional circumcision procession,” the statement read in part.
Responding swiftly, officers proceeded to the scene where they found the victim in a state of utter despair; her clothes torn, and her spirit bruised. They escorted her to Nyambene Hospital for medical attention. Determined to bring the perpetrators to justice, law enforcement officers launched an extensive manhunt,” the statement read further.