A man who attempted to rape a 22-year-old woman after offering her a ride in his car is currently recuperating at a Murang’a hospital after he attempted to commit suicide.

The incident which occurred on Wednesday was reported at the Kandara Police Station in Murang’a.

The woman was walking home from Kaburigi trading centre in the evening when the motorist offered her a lift.

Innocently, the young woman boarded the vehicle, unknowingly that she was being led by a predator in disguise.

However within no time the driver’s true nature was revealed, and he attempted to commit a heinous crime.

The woman, however, refused to be a victim and fought back with all her might, managing to escape the clutches of her attacker.

Additionally, it is reported that after the woman reported the matter to the police for investigations, the suspect identified as Peter Gitau Kimani got wind that he had been unmasked.

Overcome by the fear of prison life coupled with the shame and guilt of his actions, he downed a bottle of poison.

The detectives however managed to get him and fortunately, his attempt to commit suicide was thwarted, and he is currently receiving medical attention.

“But neither heaven nor hell was ready to receive him without clearing with the third planet first. Before he could succumb, the police showed up at his house and rushed him to Thika Level 5 hospital where he is admitted but in stable condition,” DCI wrote on their X account

It is reported that the police are still investigating the incident and gathering evidence to build a strong case against Kimani.

The DCI has assured the public that justice will be served and that the perpetrator will face the full force of the law.