Man arrested after setting father on fire

Police in Bomet are holding a man who allegedly injured his father after setting him on fire.

The 55-year-old victim who is recuperating at Tenwek Mission Hospital in Bomet is said to have been ambushed by the son as he enjoyed a snack at the family kiosk.

Police say the son then proceeded to pour what is believed to have been petrol on the dad before setting him ablaze.

Bomet OCPD Samson Rukunga said the elderly man sustained serious body burns and was rushed to hospital with half his body having sustained burn wounds.

“When the father went out after getting a snack, the shop owner followed and poured some liquid we believe was petrol and lit him on fire,” said Mr. Rukunga.

He confirmed that the man was seriously injured and property of unknown value in the shop was destroyed.

The police boss said they arrested the suspect who is being held at Bomet Police Station for further investigations.