SHOCKER! ! ”I Killed Her Thinking She was A SNAKE”- Prophet Narates After Killing His 2- Year- Old Daughter
In a disturbing case from Dedza, police have apprehended Kenson Chitsamba, 29, and his wife Lilian Chitsamba, 26, for the alleged murder of their 2- year- old daughter, Scholastics Chitsamba. The couple, who referred to themselves as prophets, believed their daughter was a snake and acted on what they considered a divine directive.
Deputy Public Relations Officer Constable Brenda Yassin confirmed the arrests, stating that the Chitsambas, residents of Chiphazi village in Dedza District, were driven by a prophecy Kenson claimed to have received. He asserted that he was instructed to kill their daughter before it was ” too late. ”
The couple took Scholastics to a hillside in Mchinji for what they described as a deliverance ritual. During this tragic event, they allegedly killed her by pulling her tongue and neck, convinced they were exorcising demons from her. Following this horrific incident, the Chitsambas are now facing murder charges and are expected to appear in court shortly.
This incident highlights the dangers of extreme beliefs and the potential consequences of interpreting religious messages in harmful ways. The police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the case as the community grapples with the shocking nature of the crime.
The incident involving Kenson and Lilian Chitsamba has raised significant concerns about the intersection of faith, mental health, and child safety. Such cases, where individuals act on extreme beliefs, often lead to tragic outcomes, highlighting the need for greater awareness and intervention.
As the Chitsambas face murder charges, the legal system will play a crucial role in addressing this case. It will be essential to examine the motivations behind their actions and whether mental health issues contributed to their beliefs. The outcome of the trial could set a precedent for how similar cases are handled in the future.
The tragic death of Scholastics Chitsamba serves as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of extreme beliefs. It calls for increased awareness, community support, and mental health resources to prevent similar incidents. The case will likely continue to resonate in discussions about faith, safety, and the well- being of children within vulnerable communities.
