Key takeaways:
- Thirty-nine bodies were discovered in shallow graves on land owned by Pastor Paul Makenzi, who was arrested on April 14th.
- Police found fifteen emaciated people, including four in critical condition, when they raided Makenzi’s property in Malindi.
- Local residents have expressed shock and outrage at the discovery of the bodies and have called for justice for the victims.
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Kenyan police have discovered thirty-nine bodies in shallow graves on land owned by Pastor Paul Makenzi, who was arrested on April 14th for allegedly telling his followers to fast to death.
The bodies were discovered after police received a tip-off from members of the public. When police raided Makenzi’s property in Malindi, they found fifteen emaciated people, including four who were in critical condition.
Malindi sub-county police chief John Kemboi said that more shallow graves have yet to be dug up on the land belonging to Makenzi. He added that police have asked a court to allow them to hold Makenzi longer as investigations into the deaths of his followers continue.
Local residents have expressed shock and outrage at the discovery of the bodies. Many have spoken out against the cult and its practices, and have called for justice for the victims.
The Kenyan government has yet to comment on the situation. It is unclear what will happen to Makenzi and his followers, or if any other members of the cult are still at large.
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