📄 Incident Summary
On October 12, 2025, a land dispute in Syokimau’s Viraj Estate turned deadly, resulting in one man killed and two others injured .
| Aspect | Details |
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| Date | October 12, 2025 |
| Location | Syokimau’s Viraj Estate, Machakos County |
| Victim (Deceased) | Samuel Muiruri Maina, an accountant for a local land welfare group |
| Injured | Two other individuals sustained injuries |
| Alleged Shooter | An unidentified, armed man who accompanied a property owner known as Farah; the gunman fled and is at large |
| Key Person in Custody | Farah, the property owner, remains in police custody |
🔍 Incident Details and Context
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Dispute Background: The confrontation stemmed from a contested piece of land. Samuel Muiruri had previously sold the land parcel to Farah, but another claimant later emerged with ownership documents. Farah then made a second payment for the same land to protect his developments. The shooting occurred when Farah called Muiruri to demand a refund of his initial payment .
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Shooting Event: During the confrontation, an armed man with Farah drew a gun. Witnesses report he initially fired shots in the air before a bullet struck Samuel Muiruri in the chest, killing him instantly .
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Aftermath: Angry local residents set the vehicle used by Farah and the gunman on fire. They also attempted to lynch Farah and stormed the SNP Mavoko Police Station where he was held .
