Police in Tetu, Nyeri County have arrested a 27-year-old woman following the death of her husband after he succumbed to stab injuries.

The man who was a miraa trader identified as Francis Mwiti aged 34 succumbed to injuries at Nyeri County Referral Hospital.

Reports indicate thay he was stabbed by his wife, Emily Mukiri following a domestic quarrel at their home in Muthinga, Tetu.

Violence

It is alleged that the man came home drunk sparking a violent confrontation with his wife.

His wife Ms Mukiri is said to have picked a kitchen knife and stabbed her husband multiple times in the abdomen and the face.

History

Neighbours also claim that the couple have had a history of violent confrontations.

Following the fight, Ms Mukiri reportedly left her husband bleeding and went drinking at the nearby shopping centre.