Detectives are investigating a disturbing incident at a church in Rongo, Migori County, where two people were found dead and 57 others rescued from what authorities suspect may be a cult-like environment.

Police were alerted on Monday, April 21, 2025, about a body discovered inside the church compound in Kanyadiedo sub-location, East Kamagambo. When officers arrived, they found a deceased person lying on the floor of a prayer room, dressed in a white robe and wrapped in a grey sheet.

The body had visible facial injuries, and foam was seen coming from the mouth. Earlier in the day, a second body had already been recovered from the same premises. Both have been moved to a local morgue for autopsy and further investigation.

57 Congregants Rescued, Refuse Treatment

During a sweep of the church compound, police rescued 57 individuals, some of whom appeared physically weak. They were taken to Rongo Sub-County Hospital for medical attention, but all refused treatment, reportedly singing religious songs and disrupting hospital operations.

Medical staff eventually advised that the group be removed, and they were then detained at a local police station pending further instructions.

Ongoing Occultism Concerns

This is the second troubling case in the region in recent weeks linked to alleged cult activity. Authorities are still investigating a previous case involving a General Service Unit officer, Obura, who died on March 27 after reportedly being taken to a similar church in Opapo village, Kamagambo for prayers.

According to police, Obura’s body was buried within the church compound the next day, after his wife obtained a burial permit under unclear circumstances. Some of his family members had earlier raised concerns about the church’s teachings, alleging he had been radicalised.

No Comment from Church Leadership

The leadership of the church has not issued a statement. Meanwhile, authorities continue to probe what they describe as “misleading and potentially harmful teachings” linked to occult practices.

Police have warned that such activities are on the rise and vowed to intensify monitoring of religious groups in the region.