By Wamuzi News Ke 
Mombasa police have launched an intensive investigation following the brutal killing of a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officer, who was fatally stabbed outside a private hospital in Likoni on Friday, February 7.
According to eyewitness accounts, the soldier had visited a female patient at the facility, accompanied by a group of friends. However, what started as a casual visit quickly escalated into a tense confrontation among them. The argument grew so heated that hospital security personnel were forced to intervene and eject the group from the premises to prevent further escalation.
Unfortunately, the dispute did not end there. Once outside, the altercation turned physical, and in the chaos, the KDF soldier was viciously stabbed in the stomach. Witnesses reported that the attack was sudden and unexpected, leaving the victim critically wounded.
Bystanders and some of his companions attempted to rush him back to the hospital for emergency treatment, but tragically, he succumbed to his injuries before medical professionals could save him. His body was later transferred to Pandya Mortuary in Likoni, where an autopsy is set to be conducted as part of ongoing investigations.
Law enforcement officials have since confirmed that two suspects involved in the deadly attack fled the scene immediately after the stabbing. A police manhunt has been launched to track down and arrest those responsible for the soldier’s death. Authorities are also working to establish the motive behind the killing, seeking to determine whether it was a case of personal conflict, a premeditated attack, or a random act of violence.
This latest incident has fueled growing concerns over the increasing number of violent deaths involving security personnel across the country. Over the past few years, there has been a disturbing trend of soldiers, police officers, and other uniformed service members being targeted under mysterious circumstances.
In a strikingly similar case in August last year, a police officer was fatally stabbed during an altercation at a popular bar in Embakasi, Nairobi County. Reports indicated that the officer had been attending a Kalenjin cultural night event with friends when a dispute erupted. The confrontation quickly turned deadly, and the officer suffered deep stab wounds to the head. By the time emergency responders arrived, he had already succumbed to his injuries.
These incidents have raised serious concerns about the safety of security personnel, with critics calling on the government to implement measures to protect those who serve in uniform. President William Ruto’s administration faces increasing pressure to address the growing number of violent attacks on military and police officers, many of whom are being targeted both on and off duty.
Security analysts warn that if these cases continue unchecked, they could lead to declining morale among officers tasked with maintaining law and order. The lack of swift justice for victims has also fueled calls for enhanced investigative efforts and stronger legal frameworks to deter such attacks.
As police intensify their investigations into the Likoni stabbing, members of the public have been urged to come forward with any information that could assist in tracking down the perpetrators. The killing of a KDF officer, particularly under such circumstances, is expected to draw significant attention from law enforcement agencies, with authorities vowing to ensure that justice is served.
The body of the deceased remains at Pandya Mortuary, awaiting an official autopsy and further forensic examinations. Meanwhile, Mombasa residents and the military fraternity are left in shock over yet another senseless loss of life, as the country grapples with rising security concerns.
Police have assured the public that they are leaving no stone unturned in their search for the suspects, with the hope that swift arrests will bring closure to the grieving family and loved ones of the fallen soldier.
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