•Unusual Sighting Sparks Panic as Authorities Investigate
Residents of Arge Sub-location in South Horr, Kargi Division, Loiyangalani Sub-county, Marsabit County, are gripped by fear and uncertainty following sightings of a mysterious, bizarre creature roaming the area.
The strange being was first detected by local herders, who stumbled upon its unusual footprints before encountering it face-to-face in the vast plains between Kargi and Arge villages, near the main Lake Turkana Wind Power project road.
According to South Horr Assistant Chief Jonathan Ogom, the creature has an imposing stature, covered in thick hair, and moves on two legs—though not fully upright like a human.
This eerie description has left the community in shock, with many speculating about its origins and potential dangers.
Fear Among Locals and Calls for Government Intervention
The sighting has sparked widespread anxiety, particularly among herders who now fear for their safety and that of their livestock.
Lacking any clear understanding of the creature’s behavior or level of aggression, residents are appealing to the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) to step in and provide answers.
“We kindly request support from KWS because the herders are distressed. They don’t know how aggressive this creature might be, which is why they are afraid to follow it for confirmation,” pleaded Assistant Chief Ogom.
The situation has triggered debates and speculation, with some residents fearing it could be an undiscovered species, while others suggest it may be an escaped primate from a distant habitat.
However, no gorillas or large apes are known to inhabit Kenya, let alone the arid and rugged terrains of Marsabit County. This only deepens the mystery surrounding the sighting.
Experts Weigh In: What Could It Be?
Wildlife experts and conservationists are now under pressure to determine the creature’s identity.
While large primates like gorillas and chimpanzees are native to Central and West Africa, no records exist of such animals migrating to or surviving in Kenya’s northern deserts.
Theories range from a previously undocumented species, a lost or displaced primate, or even folklore coming to life.
However, authorities remain cautious, urging residents to avoid panic as investigations unfold.
What Happens Next?
As tension mounts, local authorities are expected to work alongside wildlife agencies and researchers to conduct thorough investigations.
Security measures may also be considered if the creature is deemed a potential threat to human settlements.
For now, the mystery remains unsolved, leaving the residents of Arge and Kargi on edge, wondering whether they are dealing with a lost animal, an undiscovered species, or something entirely beyond explanation.
This is a developing story, and updates will follow as more information emerges.
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