A family feud in Narok County took a tragic twist after two brothers attempted to take their own lives by consuming pesticides following an argument with their father over a stolen cow.
Highlights:
- Two brothers ingested pesticides after a confrontation with their father.
- The incident happened in Olenteken area, Transmara West Sub-County.
- Police say the siblings were accused of selling a cow without consent.
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Police in Narok County are probing a shocking case involving two brothers who tried to end their lives after a bitter family quarrel.
The incident took place on Thursday in Olenteken area, Isampin location, Transmara West Sub-County. According to a report filed at Enoosaen Police Station, the brothers identified as 28-year-old Michael Saini and 25-year-old Steve Saini allegedly ingested a mixture of Roundup herbicide and Oshothion insecticide.
The confrontation is said to have started when their father, Joseph Saini, accused them of stealing and selling a cow. Overwhelmed by the heated exchange, the siblings reportedly resorted to drinking the toxic substances in what police described as a suicide attempt.
Authorities confirmed the matter is under investigation, with officers working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the family conflict.
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