Lexus worth Ksh. 35 million stripped in daring Kirinyaga robbery

The incident occurred at the home of businesswoman Rose Muriuki, leaving her family and the wider community in shock.

According to family members, including John Muriuki Kiama and Anne Mwaniki, more than 20 armed suspects arrived at the well-fenced homestead in two vehicles in the dead of night.

The gang reportedly overpowered the watchman, Anthony Namanda, tying him up before gaining access to the house.

Namanda, who was on duty at the time, said the suspects appeared well-organized and knew exactly what they were looking for. “They came in quietly and tied me up before I could even react,” he said.

The suspects are said to have drugged Muriuki and her female friend by spraying an unknown substance into their bedroom while they slept. They then proceeded to strip the Lexus of its spare parts, making away with the valuables between midnight and 4 am.

The victims only regained consciousness at about 9 am the following day while in hospital, where they discovered what had happened.

“This is the first time I’ve seen a vehicle stripped of its spare parts. I’ve owned vehicles for over 40 years, but I’ve never seen anything like this,” said Kiama.

Residents suspect the thieves were not locals but experts from Nairobi familiar with high-end vehicles.

“Who knows about these vehicles in Kirinyaga? These people are experts. They stripped every part,” said Mwaniki, echoing the sentiments of many in the community.

Detectives have since visited the scene and launched investigations into the incident.

The family says it is still coming to terms with the brazen theft, which has left them feeling vulnerable and concerned about their safety.