Two children, a 12-year-old girl and an 11-month old baby were burnt beyond recognition in a mysterious fire.
The children were locked inside the house by their mother who reportedly left for the night for a drinking spree.
The Two children in Mogotio sub county were burnt beyond recognition in a mysterious fire after their mother locked them inside and left for the night.
The mother, who is reportedly an alcoholic is now missing following the incident.
The deceased 12-year-old and 11-month-old baby bodies were found next to the door which was locked from outside.
The woman who works as a house help has not been traced even after being informed on the fire incident.
Her employer Leah Cheptoo says she paid her Kshs 500 for her duties, though she was hesitant fearing she would go drink and leave the children alone.
The bodies of the deceased were found at the door with the 12-year-old showing signs of struggle trying to get out of the house which was locked from outside.
The tragic incident has left residents in the area shocked, many advising against alcohol drinking urging parents to be responsible in the society.
Mogotio DCIO Otieno Nyamburi confirmed the incident saying investigations have begun, and the mother of the deceased is being sought.
The cause of the fire remains unknown
