NAIRObi, Kenya — Authorities in Kenya have apprehended Collins Khalisia, a man accused of a series of brutal killings in the Kware area, after the bodies of multiple women were found dumped, some dismembered at a local dumpsite. Khalisia, arrested in a Kayole club at 3 a.m. Friday, has confessed to the murders of 42 women, initiating the violent spree with his wife in 2022.
The arrest followed the grim discovery on Friday of concealed bodies at the Kware dumpsite near the Mukuru Kwa Njenga slum, raising alarms over the increase in mysterious disappearances and abductions in the region. Amin Mohammed, Director of Criminal Investigation, stated that the scene suggested “we are dealing with a psychopathic serial killer.”
Khalisia, who was watching the Europe 2024 football finals moments before his capture, led detectives to his nearby one-room residence, where they found evidence linking him to the homicides. Investigators recovered 24 Airtel SIM card holders, new SIM cards, eight smartphones, two handbags, two pink panties, and a machete believed to be used in the crimes.
Mohammed detailed that forensic analyses, particularly of mobile transactions on a phone belonging to one victim, Josephine Mulongo Oweno, helped trace back to Khalisia. This evidence was crucial in piecing together the victims’ last known movements before disappearing.
During his confession, Khalisia revealed a chilling motive of hatred and vengeance, primarily fueled by resentment towards his late wife who he claimed mismanaged funds meant for a business venture. “He embarked on a deliberate campaign to target and eliminate women, expressing a disturbing preference for those he found attractive,” Mohammed explained.
The revelations have led to a broader investigation into the scope of Khalisia’s activities, with authorities urging families of missing persons to come forward. As investigations continue, detectives have hinted at the possibility of additional culprits linked to these heinous acts, suggesting a wider network might be involved.
Recent developments saw the arrest of another suspect found in possession of a mobile handset from one of the victims. This arrest is part of a comprehensive strategy to solve the case that continues to shock the nation.
The DCI director warned that this case might evolve as further investigations uncover more about the suspect’s operations and potential accomplices. “We are thoroughly examining every lead and anticipate more arrests,” Mohammed added.
As the community reels from these severe crimes, the Kenyan police force remains steadfast in its investigation, hoping to bring closure to the families of the victims and assure the public of their safety and the efficacy of law enforcement in addressing such profound breaches of law and humanity. Khalisia is set to appear in court soon as the judicial process commences.