6 family members killed in arson in Kenya

Six family members were killed in a suspected arson attack in central Kenya on Saturday night, local police confirmed on Sunday, reported Xinhua.

A woman, her three children and two grandchildren died in a fire that engulfed their house, which had been apparently bolted from outside, central regional police commander Manase Musyoka said.

"We have launched investigations into the incident," he said on the phone. "We are yet to establish the motive of the attack."

Investigators said the remains of the victims were found at the door, an indication that they had tried to escape.

Musyoka said one suspect, a sister of the deceased woman who has reportedly been arguing over matrimonial property, was arrested in connection with the incident and is helping the police with investigations.