Marangu College student stabbed by houseboy passes away

KILIMANJARO: CLARA Kimathi (21), a student at Marangu Tourism College in Kilimanjaro, has passed away after being brutally attacked with a sharp object on multiple parts of her body. The attack was committed by the houseboy of the family she was living with, allegedly for rejecting his request to be his lover.

Clara had been living with a family in Mieresini, Makuyuni Ward, Moshi District, after losing both her parents a few years ago. The family had taken her in and cared for her as one of their own, but she tragically fell victim to this horrific incident.

The attack occurred on December 5 last year. After being assaulted, Clara was rushed to KCMC Referral Hospital for medical treatment. She had suffered severe injuries, having been stabbed five times in the stomach and back, which caused her intestines to protrude. Despite undergoing treatment for over two months, her condition remained critical, and she ultimately succumbed to her injuries on February 25 this year.

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Kilimanjaro Regional Police Commander Simon Maigwa confirmed the incident and stated that legal action had already been taken against the suspect.

He also urged the public to be cautious about the individuals they employ in their homes to prevent such tragic occurrences.

Clara’s death has left deep sorrow among members of her family, friends, and fellow students at Marangu Tourism College.