Requiem mass for seven killed by herders underway in Tigania

A requiem mass for seven people killed last week in Meru by herders suspected to be from a neighbouring county is underway.

The joint church service is being held at Mweronkoro, Tigania where the heinous act took place, sparking fears among residents. Several leaders are expected to attend the mass.

The situation has been made worse by the fact that even after the attacks, security agents are yet to make any arrests despite assurances that they are closing in on the perpetrators.

The victims were shot dead by suspected herders from the neighbouring county, who had crossed over in search of pasture.

Meru County Commissioner Karuku Ngumo said the security team from Meru and Isiolo will ensure justice is served.

The incident has led to tension and panic in the area with some local fleeing their homes. Some of them believe the attacks, which have been numerous in number in recent times, are aimed at forcing them to relocate from their farms.

They say the raiders always invade the area armed to the teeth and they are not in a position to fight back.

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