A court in Limuru, Kiambu County, Kenya has ordered that a 45-year-old woman accused of killing her housemaid be detained for 14 days as investigations into her alleged crime continue.
The suspect, Sarafina Wanjiku, allegedly killed one Njoki on Thursday, November 28, in her (Wanjiku’s) house in Githirioni Village, the court was told. Njoki is said to be in her 20s.
Limuru Principal Magistrate, Sandra Ogot, also ordered that a mental examination be conducted on Wanjiku before she takes plea.
The suspect is said to have stabbed Njoki multiple times after accusing her of sleeping with her (Wanjiku’s) husband.
Wanjiku will be arraigned on December 16 to take plea.