Nairobi: Job-Seeking Kakamega Orphan Allegedly Stabbed to Death by Friend in Fight Over Work
- Maxwell Korot, a young orphan from Turbo in Kakamega county, had gone to Nairobi with hopes of building a better future
- Instead, he was allegedly stabbed to death by a friend following a dispute in the single room they shared
- The 21-year-old's grieving family is now appealing for help to transport his body home for burial
A family is mourning the tragic and senseless death of 21-year-old Maxwell Korot, a total orphan who had travelled to Nairobi in search of a better life.
Source: UGC
According to his sister-in-law, Melanie Marley, Maxwell had journeyed to the city with his older brother and a close friend to seek employment.
How Maxwell Korot died
Melanie told TUKO.co.ke that the three young men had recently secured waiter jobs at a local hotel, earning a modest daily wage of KSh 300.
To make ends meet, they rented a single room together and shared everything.
However, a misunderstanding between the friends on Monday turned fatal when the unidentified friend allegedly stabbed Maxwell multiple times in the ribs.
Despite desperate prayers and efforts to save him, Maxwell succumbed to his injuries early Tuesday morning.
“He was just a kid trying to survive,” Melanie said, visibly shaken. “Maxwell and his brother were total orphans.
How to support Maxwell Korot's funeral
She added that the two lost their parents years ago and were being raised by their uncle, who also died in 2021.
Since then, they’ve had no one and dropped out of school because their uncle’s widow couldn’t afford the fees.
The family is now appealing for help to transport Maxwell’s body from Nairobi to their rural home in Turbo for burial.
They have no remaining relatives and are relying on well-wishers to ensure Maxwell gets a dignified sendoff.
“We’re not asking for much,” Melanie pleaded. “Just help us get his body home. Once it reaches Turbo, our village will take care of the rest.”
Those willing to assist can send contributions to Benard Amadadi via M-Pesa on 0717665072.
As investigations into the incident continue, the family is left grappling with the loss of a young man whose only crime was chasing hope in a harsh city.
Source: UGC
Social media reactions
Damline Delores
"Wanadamu siku hizi wamekua wabaya sana. Lala salama Maxy. Hata yeye atakufa kwa upanga."
Gael Pleasant
"Which job were they fighting for? KSh 300 for a job in Nairobi? Maybe ya kuuza hoteli za vibanda."
Lucy Sidebotham
"So sad, my deepest condolences to the families. Take Heart."
52-year-old man killed in Bomet love triangle
Elsewhere, a love triangle in Bomet turned tragic when 52-year-old Paul Cheruiyot was stabbed to death during a heated confrontation.
His body was found in a pool of blood at his sister’s compound, sparking shock and sorrow in the quiet village of Kimuchul.
Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect who fled the scene, leaving behind only a kitchen knife and unanswered questions.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
