Kyale villagers in Kilungu, Makueni County had on Monday woke up to the shocking news that two brothers reportedly murdered a man suspected to be their mother’s lover.

The deceased, named Kiendi Kivuva (52), was reported to be having an affair with Angelica Masavu (50), who is also a mother of five.

The scene broke out on Sunday evening at Kamwanyani market after the deceased was confronted by one of the suspects, Kyalo Masavu, who confiscated his mobile phone.

“The deceased was confronted by one of the woman’s sons who took his phone and went away with it,” Colleta Ndunge, a neighbor said.

On Monday night, at around 1:30 am, the two sons are said to have attacked Kivuva while in their mother’s house with blunt objects where he had severe wounds.

“When the woman saw Mr. Kivuva being assaulted by her two sons, she called a neighbor who came but declined to offer them assistance since the man was almost dead. He proceeded back home,” said Colleta.

The body was later discovered dumped in a deep gulley with serious wounds on head and hands.

Kilungu Deputy County Commissioner Rebecca Ndirangu who confirmed the incident said police had apprehended the two brothers and their mother in connection with the murder.

 “Following the incident, police are holding three suspects at Kilome police stations as investigations continue,” said Ms. Ndirangu

Anjelica’s husband was away in Nairobi where he works during the incident.

The body of the deceased was collected and transported to Kilungu Sub-County hospital mortuary.