Police in Matungulu, Machakos County, have launched an investigation after the body of an unidentified man was discovered on a farm in Katulu, Matungulu subcounty on Tuesday.
The discovery was made by passers-by who immediately alerted Tala Chief Francis Mulinge, who then informed the police.
The deceased is estimated to be between 30 and 40 years old.
Officers from Tala Police Station quickly responded to the call, securing and processing the scene.
The body was subsequently removed and taken to Kangundo Level 4 Hospital mortuary, where it will await identification and an autopsy.
Chief Mulinge has urged any family with a missing male relative to report to Tala Police Station to assist in identifying the deceased.
The police are appealing to the public for any information that may aid in their investigation.