Charles Osore, a resident of Luoka village in Madungu sub-location, became the subject of national attention after the incident was aired on Citizen TV, highlighting growing concerns over human–wildlife conflict in the region.
Following the broadcast, a KWS team led by Grace Kariuki, the Senior Warden in charge of Kisumu and Siaya counties, visited Osore’s home to assess the situation and initiate the compensation process.
Speaking during the visit, Kariuki commended Osore for cooperating with authorities despite the loss he suffered, noting that the purpose of the visit was to offer support and formally begin procedures for compensation.
She assured residents that the government would handle the matter in line with existing wildlife compensation frameworks, while emphasizing the importance of promptly reporting wildlife-related incidents to enable swift response.
KWS officials also pledged to conduct community sensitization programmes in the area to educate residents on how to safely respond to encounters with wild animals and the correct channels for reporting such incidents.
Osore welcomed the government’s response, thanking authorities for listening to the concerns raised by the community. He, however, urged KWS officers to respond more quickly to reports of human–wildlife conflict to prevent loss of property and livelihoods.
The incident drew widespread attention after Osore killed the large constrictor snake that had attacked his dog and subsequently transported both carcasses to a nearby police station.
His actions were widely viewed as a dramatic protest aimed at drawing attention to the increasing cases of wildlife encroachment into human settlements.
Local residents, led by Alfred Onyango, expressed appreciation for the visit by wildlife officials, saying the incident had helped them better understand wildlife conservation laws and the proper procedures for reporting conflicts involving animals such as snakes and monkeys.
The case has reignited discussions around human–wildlife conflict in parts of western Kenya, with residents calling for increased patrols, faster response times, and sustained community awareness to minimize future encounters.
Local residents, led by Alfred Onyango, expressed appreciation for the visit by wildlife officials, saying the incident had helped them better understand wildlife conservation laws and the proper procedures for reporting conflicts involving animals such as snakes and monkeys.
The case has reignited discussions around human–wildlife conflict in parts of western Kenya, with residents calling for increased patrols, faster response times, and sustained community awareness to minimize future encounters.
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