Police officers have launched an investigation after a man was stabbed to death in a fight over a woman in Kochogo village, Nyando Sub County.

The victim, identified as Otieno, died from his injuries shortly after his admission to the hospital.

PHOTO | COURTESY police line

"The 24-year-old was taken to Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital ( JOOTRH) where he died.

Area Chief Alfred Ondola stated that the two had a heated argument about a lady.

"The assailant then drew a knife and stabbed the deceased in the stomach," Ondola added.

PHOTO | COURTESY police car

The perpetrator left the scene, leaving the victim lying in a pool of blood.

Police are on the hunt for the suspect who fled the scene of the crime after the stabbing.