Tragedy as 40-Year-Old Man Allegedly Kills Mother-in-Law after Disagreement with Wife
- A 62-year-old woman was allegedly strangled to death by her son-in-law following a domestic dispute
- Esther Miyambo was with her daughter when Justin Chibwe reportedly attacked and killed her
- The woman’s body was taken to the mortuary, while her daughter was admitted to hospital after sustaining injuries from her husband
The family of a 62-year-old woman, identified as Esther Miyambo, has been thrown into immense grief and shock after she was brutally murdered.
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The elderly woman was allegedly strangled to death by her son-in-law, Justin Chibwe, following a domestic dispute.
Why did Justin Chibwe kill mother-in-law?
Chibwe, a 40-year-old man from Mwense in Luapula Province, Zambia, had reportedly recently separated from his wife, Dryness Kunda, after a disagreement.
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The woman left their home and moved back to her mother’s house in Mpunga village.
Angered by the move, Chibwe followed his wife and waited until the mother and daughter were asleep before launching the attack.
Luapula police commanding officer, Mwala Yuyi, while confirming the incident, stated that the suspect broke into the house and immediately began strangling his mother-in-law.
Efforts by Dryness to stop him proved futile, and he managed to kill the 62-year-old. Yuyi added that after the killing, Chibwe also assaulted his wife for trying to rescue her mother.
Fortunately, her screams woke up neighbours, who rushed in time to save her from her estranged husband’s fury.
Was Luapula man arrested?
According to the police commander, the deceased had a dislocated neck, while her daughter sustained injuries to her body.
Dryness was admitted to Chibondo Rural Health Centre with a swollen right eye, a head injury, and general body pains.
According to Zambian Observer, Chibwe was arrested, and the body of the deceased was taken to Mambilima Mission Hospital Mortuary, awaiting post-mortem.
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Netizens sympathise with Dryness Kunda
Netizens expressed shock and concern over the incident. Some highlighted the importance of self-preservation and caution in troubled relationships, while others shared similar alarming experiences
Adrian:
“He’s got anger issues, and his wife’s separation likely stemmed from his behaviour. It’s a powerful reminder that focusing on self-love and choosing oneself is crucial when relationships aren’t working. She made a bold move by putting her own needs first, and that’s something to admire. Don’t let societal expectations dictate your life; focus on what truly matters to you.”
Petronella Kalunga:
“So, even leaving a broken home alive has now become a death trap? This makes for sad reading.”
Yvonne Mulenga:
“Hmmmm! So sad. No wonder I don’t rush to my parents whenever we fight. Better I hide somewhere. Ten years ago, a police officer shot his mother-in-law just after taking his wife back for two weeks, then handed himself in at the police station.”
Mary Chico Mumba:
“No relationship is perfect, and we live by reconciling with one another. Find a person who is mature enough and able to understand you. People fight in their homes but privately sit down to discuss matters, that’s how life goes. Don’t just pick anyone and say, this is my wife, this is my husband."
Did Kirinyaga man kill his wife?
Previously, TUKO.co.ke reported that the family of a 43-year-old woman from Mukithi in Kirinyaga county was thrown into mourning following her tragic death.
Rose Njeri was allegedly killed by her 60-year-old husband, Patrick Manegene, who confessed to her relatives before fleeing.
Njeri’s uncle said the man told them where he had hidden his wife’s lifeless body and then escaped, leaving them struggling to comprehend the situation.
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