A tragic incident occurred in Kisumu County after a two-year-old boy lost his life following an attack by a donkey at his grandfather’s homestead in Olasi village, East Kano, Nyando Sub-County.
According to local police, the young boy was passing by the animal when it suddenly kicked him in the chest, causing serious injuries.
He was rushed to a nearby hospital, but doctors were unable to save him, and he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Neighbors and family members described the incident as a heartbreaking shock, noting that the child had been playing near the homestead when the accident occurred.
Authorities were immediately informed, and the boy’s body was taken to a mortuary as investigations into the circumstances of the tragedy continue.
Police have urged residents to exercise caution around domestic animals, especially young children, and to ensure proper supervision to prevent similar incidents. This incident has sparked discussions among the local community on the safety of children in areas where livestock are kept close to homes.
