A man is in critical condition at a local hospital in Nyakach after being attacked by a crowd on allegations of murdering his wife.

Micheal Gundu, the Oboch location chief, confirmed the incident, saying the suspect receives medical care while being monitored by police. 

PHOTO | COURTESY police car

Witnesses said the man fled the crime scene after reportedly covering his wife's body with a mat.

The victim, a secondary school teacher in Kisumu, died from injuries caused by a blunt object.

PHOTO | COURTESY police line

Local authorities have launched an inquiry into the occurrence, hoping to uncover the details behind the unfortunate event.

The motive for the suspected crime is unknown, although neighbors say the pair frequently fought before the tragedy.