DCI Cautions Witeithie Residents After Cackle of Hyenas Mauls Man to Death

The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has cautioned members of the public living in Witeithie area of Juja, Kiambu County of a roaming cackle hyenas that is already causing deadly attacks on the residents.

This caution follows a sad incident reported to police at 5 am on Monday 27th December of a 29-year-old man who was mauled to death by the cackle of about 20 hyenas within Kamuthi area on his way home from Komu quarry.

“The victim’s counterpart narrowly escaped by the skin of his teeth. We continually wish you safety and happy moments over the entire festive season, as we pledge our commitment to serve with Dedication, Care and Integrity,” the DCI said in a statement.

Already a multi-agency team of security personnel drawn from the National Police Service, Kenya Wildlife Service and other local law enforcement agencies has been dispatched to handle the dangerous predators and prevent further attacks on people.