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Police reservist kills pregnant ex-wife, self after divorce

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A National Police Reservist in Lamu, Shaffi Swaleh Bwana, shot and killed his pregnant ex-wife, Najma Athman Bwanamusa, and then himself.

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What you need to know:

  • A National Police Reservist (NPR) in Lamu, Shaffi Swaleh Bwana, shot and killed his pregnant ex-wife, Najma Athman Bwanamusa, and then himself, with a neighbour also critically injured by a stray bullet.
  • The tragedy, confirmed as a domestic dispute by authorities, occurred just one day after Shaffi had finalised a religious divorce (Tuhr) from Najma, suggesting emotional fallout played a significant role.

A National Police Reservist (NPR) shot and killed his pregnant ex-wife before turning the gun on himself in Kiunga, Lamu County.

Lamu East Deputy County Commissioner George Kubai confirmed the incident, which occurred on Monday at around 11:30 am.