The shocking incident has caused fear and concern among residents of the densely populated settlement, with many calling for swift investigations to establish the truth and ensure justice is served.
According to police reports, the suspect was apprehended after members of the public raised concerns about suspicious activities.
Authorities suspect that the young man had planned to sell the remains to unsuspecting residents as ordinary meat.
The motive behind the alleged act remains unclear, and investigators are working to determine where the remains came from and whether other individuals may be involved.
The suspect is currently being held at a police station in Kibera as detectives continue with investigations.
Police have also sent the remains for forensic examination to confirm whether they are indeed human and to help identify the victim.
The incident has sparked widespread anxiety among Kibera residents, many of whom expressed horror at the allegations.
Some said they were struggling to come to terms with the possibility that such an act could happen within their community.
“This is something we only hear about in movies. We are shocked and scared,” said one resident who asked not to be named.
Community leaders have urged residents to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information as police conduct their investigations. They also called on authorities to ensure those responsible are brought to justice.
Police have assured the public that they are treating the matter with the seriousness it deserves. They have appealed to anyone with information that could assist with the investigations to come forward.
If confirmed, the case would rank among the most disturbing incidents reported in Nairobi in recent times.
The suspect is expected to be arraigned in court once investigations are complete and police have gathered sufficient evidence to support possible charges.