What began as a heartfelt journey to comfort grieving relatives has turned into a nightmare for a Kisii family after a 39-year-old teacher was allegedly attacked with a machete by his own uncle in a shocking incident that has left him battling for his life.
Walter Bisera Ogetii, a teacher from Ikoro Location in South Mugirango, is currently admitted to Christamarianne Hospital, where doctors are fighting to save his life following the brutal attack that occurred in Nyacheki, Mochengo Village.
According to family members, Walter had traveled to Nyacheki to mourn with relatives after the wife of one of his uncles passed away at Bosongo Hospital. After spending time consoling the bereaved family, he decided to visit another uncle, Alex Kennedy Obae, before beginning his journey back home.
Walter says he was warmly received and invited to spend the night at the homestead, never imagining that the family visit would end in bloodshed.
In the dead of night, however, events allegedly took a terrifying turn. Walter claims his uncle woke him from his sleep and confronted him over an incident that had reportedly happened two weeks earlier in Kisii Town. The uncle allegedly accused him of failing to book accommodation for him during the visit.
Before Walter could explain himself, he says he was suddenly attacked with a machete. The assault reportedly happened in complete darkness because the village had been without electricity for several days, making it even more difficult for him to defend himself or identify what was happening.
Despite suffering deep and serious injuries, Walter reportedly summoned incredible strength to flee from the compound. Bleeding heavily, he managed to make his way to Nyacheki Level 4 Hospital, where medical staff administered emergency first aid before referring him to Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital.
Unfortunately, doctors’ industrial action had severely disrupted services at the referral hospital, forcing rescuers to transfer him once again—this time to Christamarianne Hospital—where he continues to receive specialized treatment. His condition remains critical.
The incident has triggered anger and disbelief among relatives and residents, who are demanding swift action from law enforcement agencies.
Family members allege that while Walter was receiving emergency medical care, the man accused of attacking him went to Nyacheki Police Station and reported that he had himself been assaulted, before obtaining a P3 medical examination form.
The family further claims that despite the seriousness of Walter’s injuries, no arrest has been made. They accuse officers at Nyacheki Police Station of insisting that Walter must first record an official statement before investigations can proceed and any suspect can be apprehended.
With the teacher still hospitalized, unable to give a statement due to his critical condition, his loved ones fear that valuable time is being lost and that justice may be delayed.
They are now appealing to the relevant authorities to act urgently, carry out thorough investigations, and ensure that anyone responsible is brought before the law. They say the painful ordeal has left the entire family traumatized and questioning how a visit intended to comfort grieving relatives could end with one of their own fighting for his life.
As Walter continues his battle to recover, his family remains hopeful that he will survive his injuries and that justice will prevail. They insist that every Kenyan deserves protection under the law and that no victim should have to wait for justice while lying in a hospital bed.
