The family of activist Caroline Mwatha reported a burglary at their Nairobi residence following her funeral in February 2019, with a 49-inch television and carpet stolen despite other electronics remaining untouched.
Mwatha's widower, Joshua Ochieng’, revealed that burglars targeted only specific items during the break-in, which occurred after the family returned from her burial in Asembo Bay, Siaya county. "It is baffling that the people who broke into my house only took the 49-inch TV set and the carpet, leaving other electronics, including the fridge and woofer," he stated.
Police are investigating the incident, which took place shortly after the family's return from the funeral on February 22. A witness identified two men and a woman as suspects, though close friends of the family believe the perpetrators were known to them. "There is no way someone can come from far to steal; we are very sure they were with us as we were mourning Carol," a unidentified friend said.
The case remains under active inquiry as authorities seek to determine the motive and identity of the burglars.
