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Six suspects are in police custody in connection with the killing of Father Allois Cheruiyot Bett of St. Matthias Mulumba Tot Parish, in Elgeyo Marakwet, on Thursday by armed assailants.
The National Police Service (NPS) confirmed the incident, which occurred in Mokoro Location, Kakiptul Sub-Location, Kabartile Village and clarified that it was not related to cattle rustling or banditry.
Police spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga said in a statement that General Service Unit officers who responded swiftly established that Father Bett was accosted and fatally shot by armed assailants.
“A manhunt was immediately launched and six suspects have since been arrested and are currently in custody”. He explained.
At the same time. NPS condemned the heinous act, committing to conducting thorough and expeditious investigations to apprehend all those involved in the crime.
“The Service extends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Father Allois Cheruiyot Bett, as well as the parishioners of St. Matthias Mulumba Tot Parish”, NPS said as it appealed for calm.
“We appeal to local communities in the area to remain calm, continue with their daily activities without fear, and cooperate with the National Police Service. NPS further appeals for the public’s continued support and encourages anyone with information that may assist the investigation to report it to the nearest police station or through our toll-free numbers”, it appealed.
The murder happened exactly a week after Nyandarua Catholic priest, Father John Maina was found dead under suspicious circumstances.
He served at Igwamiti Catholic Parish under the Diocese of Nyahururu, was discovered on May 15, 2025, unconscious and seriously injured by the roadside in Kikopey, Gilgil, more than 50 kilometres from his parish
He later died while undergoing treatment at St Mary Hospital in Gilgil.
Police believe the priest who was laid to rest Thursday, May 22, may have been murdered elsewhere and his body dumped at the scene.
