Isaac Kuria, a key suspect in the assassination of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were, has been arrested near the Kenya-Tanzania border while allegedly fleeing the country. This brings the total number of detainees in connection with the case to 11, as investigators work tirelessly to uncover the motives behind the organized plot to murder Were.
Authorities have made significant progress in the investigation into the assassination of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were, with the recent arrest of a key suspect. Isaac Kuria, also known as “Kush,” was apprehended in Isebania, a town on the Kenya-Tanzania border, allegedly attempting to flee the country shortly after the MP was shot on Nairobi’s Valley Road during daylight hours.
Detectives described Kuria as the triggerman in a calculated hit, reportedly stalking Were before ambushing and fatally shooting him in traffic. Following the crime, Kuria evaded capture by first heading to Mihang’o, where he hastily disposed of the murder weapon, a pistol that was later recovered by authorities. He then fled through Narok on a motorcycle before using public transport to reach Isebania, all while supposedly coordinating his escape with a relative across the border.
Investigators intercepted Kuria’s communications with other suspects already detained. “We were monitoring his communications and knew he was trying to leave the country,” a source familiar with the case noted. His capture marks a crucial development, reaffirming the commitment of law enforcement to resolve the distressing case and bring justice for the slain MP.
With Kuria’s arrest, the number of individuals detained in connection with Were’s murder has reached 11. Those already in custody include the MP’s personal bodyguard, Allan Omondi, his driver, Walter Owino, and William Imoli, who authorities believe played a vital role in organizing and financing the assassination plot. Investigators are also examining the involvement of prominent figures, notably businessman-politician Phillip Aroko and Lake Basin Development Authority Director Ebel Ochieng, who are suspected of providing financial backing for the operation.
Furthermore, detectives are digging into the bank transactions and communications among the suspects to uncover the full motives behind this heinous act. The slain MP was laid to rest on May 9 at his ancestral home in Kachien village, situated within Kasipul Constituency, as the community mourns the loss of their representative.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) remains committed to bringing all responsible parties to justice, revealing that they have narrowed down their focus on potential suspects as the investigation unfolds. While circumstances surrounding the MP’s assassination remain complex, the recent developments show clear momentum in the ongoing pursuit of accountability.
The arrest of Isaac Kuria is a pivotal moment in the case surrounding the assassination of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were, potentially leading to further breakthroughs. With 11 suspects now detained, including key figures within Were’s inner circle, detectives are piecing together the events that led to this tragic incident. The ongoing investigation highlights the dedication of law enforcement agencies to ensure that those responsible are held accountable, while the community continues to grieve their loss.
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