A retired police officer in Trans Nzoia County is distressed after his wife, Lilly Cherono Kimtai, 53, mysteriously disappeared from their family home in Kaplamai on September 9. Her husband, Michael Kimtai, had traveled to Nairobi for medical tests when he received an unusual text message from her stating she intended to travel to Mombasa for a holiday the following day. The message caught him off guard as the trip had never been discussed between them.
When a farm worker checked on the residence the next day, he found the house locked, and upon accessing the premises, it became clear that Lilly was gone, and her husband's firearm and its case were also missing. Colleagues who worked alongside Lilly at the family farm noticed something was wrong on the same day she disappeared. They reported that Lilly would usually call one of the workers, Rose Nelima, but she had not done so on the day she vanished.
DCI officers arrived at the Kaplamai home to conduct a forensic examination, carefully going over every possible piece of evidence that might shed light on what occurred. Michael Kimtai suspects that his wife did not leave voluntarily and that unknown individuals may have abducted her, forcing her to hand over both money and the weapon. He reported the matter to the police high command, who are aware of the situation.
The family has appealed to investigators to accelerate their efforts, urging authorities to prioritize finding Lilly before more time passes. With her phone off and no confirmed sighting in nearly two weeks, those close to her are growing increasingly desperate for answers. The police have yet to make any arrests or provide updates on the investigation.
This incident is not the only recent case of a mysterious disappearance in Trans Nzoia County. A 68-year-old farmer, Joseph Njenga, was found dead at his Kimase home after hosting a traditional dowry ceremony. His wife was later found unconscious near Kitale, while police questioned her and the security guard. The case has raised questions due to the unexplained condition of his wife and the disappearance of money from the home.
The disappearance of Lilly Cherono Kimtai has left her family and friends in anguish, and they are calling on the authorities to do everything in their power to find her and bring her home safely. The police are working to establish the circumstances surrounding her disappearance and the theft of the firearm.
Key points
- The police are investigating the disappearance of Lilly Cherono Kimtai and the theft of her husband's licensed firearm.
- The family suspects foul play and is urging authorities to prioritize finding Lilly.
- This incident is not the only recent case of a mysterious disappearance in Trans Nzoia County.
