Kenya, Feb. 7 -- Angry residents protest in Kutus, Kirinyaga County, demanding legal action against a butcher who chopped off a man's genitals over Ksh. 50 debt.
A wave of protests has erupted in Kutus after a shocking incident involving a local butcher.
According to locals, the butcher is alleged to have mutilated a man over a debt amounting to Ksh. 50.
The victim, identified only as 'Muthii', is reportedly in critical condition at Kerugoya Referral Hospital.
The incident, which has sparked outrage among residents, led to immediate public demonstrations demanding justice and legal action against the butcher.
The protests show a broader issue of economic distress among Kenyans due to the high cost of living and extreme measures taken in debt recovery situations.
Eyewitnesses report the argument escalated when the butcher dragged the victim into his shop before mutilating him.
Residents stormed the butcher's premises, demanding his arrest. Police fired in the air to disperse the angry crowd.
Authorities have launched a manhunt for the suspect, who has since gone into hiding.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Bana Kenya.