Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the brutal murder of Reverend Julius Numia Ngari at PCEA Tabuga Church in Nakuru North Sub-County.
Detectives at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations said the arrests followed extensive forensic and intelligence-led investigations into the May 3, 2026 incident.
According to investigators, Reverend Ngari was killed during a violent attack at the church compound. The church watchman sustained serious injuries and was admitted to hospital.
Detectives said the attackers broke into the church office and the reverend’s residence. They made away with cash, mobile phones and other valuables.
Police believe the murder happened out of a robbery. Some of the suspects were later captured on security cameras while withdrawing cash from the deceased’s mobile phone. They later shared the money among themselves.
At least three other suspects are being sought over the murder, police said.
Police said some of them wore what looked like police or military jungle uniforms.
The murder shocked many locals who demanded action and justice. This prompted the deployment of special squads to pursue the killers.
DCI Mohamed Amin said they are pursuing good leads into the murder and robbery.
The DCI noted that officers drawn from the Homicide Unit, Crime Research and Intelligence Bureau (CR&IB), Operations Support Unit (OSU), and Nakuru North conducted coordinated investigations that led to the arrest of the two suspects.
Authorities revealed that the suspects were found in possession of items positively identified as part of the property stolen from the late cleric.
The suspects are currently in police custody undergoing interrogation as detectives pursue further leads.
Investigators added that advanced forensic analysis is ongoing. The detectives are also reviewing evidence believed to be linked to a wider criminal network behind the attack.
The DCI condemned the killing, describing it as a senseless and violent act. The DCI also assured the public that efforts are underway to apprehend all those involved and bring them to justice.
Since then, police have staged operations in the area and arrested dozens of suspects. Nakuru has also been experiencing a surge in crime amid calls for action to tame the same.
Police said they are determined to address the menace and urged for continued support from all stakeholders.
