Nyamira: Three uncles arrested for defiling 8-year-old niece

By Jackline Barongo

Police in Nyamira County have rescued an eight-year-old girl who was allegedly defiled by her three uncles and in the process, contracted an sexually transmitted disease.

The girl from Nyamira county who lives with her grandmother was rescued came after a neighbour reported the case to the police

It is reported that the grandmother was also arrested for allegedly having been aware of the abuse but did not report to authorities.

Nyamira County Commissioner, Isaiah Nakoru confirmed the arrest saying the four suspects are expected to be arraigned in court.

The girl has been placed under the children’s department.