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Wilberforce Sicharani

Also known as: Uasin Gishu County Police Commander Wilberforce Sicharani

2026-05-202026-09-19

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  1. September 2026
  2. Capital News

    Uasin Gishu County Police Commander Wilberforce Sicharani said the accident occurred after a small tanker carrying petrol and diesel collided with another vehicle, causing the lorry to lose control and crash on the road.

    Eldoret Oil Tanker Explosion Death Toll Rises to 3 After Victim Dies in Hospital
  3. Capital News

    Uasin Gishu County Police Commander Wilberforce Sicharani said two bodies had been recovered as search and recovery operations continued, with more casualties feared.

    10 evacuated after tanker explosion on Eldoret-Webuye road
  4. The Standard

    County Police Commander Wilberforce Sicharani said nine other injured persons are currently admitted at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, while others were taken to different hospitals following the Thursday night incident that sparked a fire around the scene.

    Eldoret-Webuye Highway tanker explosion leaves two dead
  5. The Standard

    According to Uasin Gishu Police Commander Wilberforce Sicharani, the victims had rushed to the scene of the accident involving the oil transport vehicle and a saloon car to siphon fuel when the tanker exploded.

    Seven patients in critical condition after oil tanker explosion
  6. The Standard

    Uasin Gishu County Police Commander Wilberforce Sicharani, who is at the scene leading the rescue operation, has confirmed that two bodies have been recovered so far but warned that the death toll could rise as they are still combing the area.

    Scores feared dead in oil tanker explosion on Eldoret-Webuye road
  7. August 2026
  8. Citizen Digital

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    Constable nabbed after woman shot five times at GSU camp in Eldoret
  9. Citizen Digital

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    Uasin Gishu: GSU officer arrested after allegedly shooting woman dead
  10. The Standard

    According to Uasin Gishu County Commander Wilberforce Sicharani, the officer, who was attached to a local governor as a bodyguard, was arrested on Sunday night in Kaptinga area along the Kapsaret–Maili Tisa bypass.

    GSU officer arrested for allegedly shooting woman in Eldoret
  11. July 2026
  12. Citizen Digital

    Confirming the incident, Uasin Gishu County Police Commander Wilberforce Sicharani said the impounded fertiliser is currently being held at Ainabkoi Police Station as samples have been taken for testing.

    Eight arrested in Eldoret over suspected counterfeit fertiliser
  13. May 2026
  14. Capital News

    Following Mwanthi’s appointment, Wilberforce Sicharani has been moved to head police operations in Uasin Gishu County as the new County Police Commander.

    DIG Lagat announces senior police transfers, names new Traffic Commandant
Society

Eldoret oil tanker explosion death toll rises to three

The News

An oil tanker explosion on the Eldoret-Turbo Road has killed three people, with 22 injured currently admitted to hospital, seven of whom are in intensive care with severe burns. The accident occurred after the tanker collided with another vehicle and caught fire as members of the public attempted to scoop spilled fuel.

21 hours ago · Capital News

Yesterday

  1. Eldoret oil tanker explosion death toll rises to three

    An oil tanker explosion on the Eldoret-Turbo Road has killed three people, with 22 injured currently admitted to hospital, seven of whom are in intensive care with severe burns. The accident occurred after the tanker collided with another vehicle and caught fire as members of the public attempted to scoop spilled fuel.

    21 hours ago · Capital News

  2. Petroleum tanker explodes on Eldoret-Webuye Road

    A petroleum tanker caught fire and exploded along the Eldoret-Webuye Road near Paul Boit Secondary School; ten casualties were evacuated to hospitals and two bodies recovered, with the incident contained through a multi-agency response by Kenya Red Cross, police, and firefighters.

    18 September 2026 · Capital News

  3. Fuel tanker explosion kills two in Uasin Gishu County

    A fuel tanker overturned on the Eldoret-Webuye highway near Paul Boit Secondary School in Turbo, sparking a fire that killed two people and injured nine others now admitted to Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital. Police say the fire may have been triggered when someone attempted to remove the tanker's battery, as residents rushed to siphon fuel.

    18 September 2026 · The Standard

  4. Seven patients critical after oil tanker explosion in Eldoret

    An oil tanker collided with a saloon car on the Eldoret-Webuye highway on Thursday night, killing two people and injuring 22 others, of whom seven remain in critical condition at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital. Police say members of the public rushed to the scene to siphon fuel when the tanker exploded.

    18 September 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 17 September

  1. Oil tanker explosion near Eldoret kills two, death toll feared higher

    An oil tanker overturned on the Eldoret-Webuye road in Turbo, Uasin Gishu County, caught fire after residents reportedly rushed to siphon fuel. Two bodies have been recovered so far, but the county police commander warned the death toll could rise as rescue efforts continue.

    17 September 2026 · The Standard

Monday 31 August

  1. Constable arrested for fatal shooting of woman at GSU camp

    Police in Uasin Gishu arrested Constable Nathan Kirwa on Monday in connection with the shooting death of 45-year-old Doris Murei at a GSU mess compound in Eldoret on Sunday. Preliminary investigations suggest a possible romantic relationship between the two had turned sour, though police have not established a conclusive motive.

    31 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. GSU officer arrested for shooting woman dead in Uasin Gishu

    A 45-year-old woman, Doris Murei Nandi, was shot dead at a GSU Mess compound in Naiberi, Uasin Gishu County, on August 30, 2026, following an altercation with Police Constable Nathan Kirwa, who serves as a bodyguard to Governor Jonathan Bii and was arrested after fleeing the scene.

    31 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. GSU officer arrested after fatally shooting woman in Eldoret

    A GSU constable was arrested after allegedly shooting a 45-year-old woman multiple times during an altercation at the GSU Mess compound in Eldoret on Sunday. The officer, attached as a bodyguard to a local governor, fled the scene but was apprehended overnight; a Jericho pistol was recovered and he faces murder charges.

    31 August 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 26 July

  1. Eight arrested in Eldoret for suspected counterfeit fertiliser

    Police in Eldoret arrested eight suspects in connection with impounded counterfeit fertiliser. Officers recovered 500 bags at Moiben, 4,000 bags at Kabenes, and 74 bags at Ziwa Machine, with samples sent for testing.

    26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 20 May

  1. DIG Lagat announces senior police transfers and new Traffic Commandant

    Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat has announced senior police transfers and appointments, including Benjamin Mwanthi as the new Traffic Commandant and John Chebii as Eastern Regional Police Commander. Officials described the changes as routine administrative adjustments aimed at strengthening operational efficiency ahead of next year's General Election.

    20 May 2026 · Capital News

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