The murder of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were has shaken the nation, and recent updates from police show that there has been real progress in the investigation. Two key suspects have already been arrested.
One of them is believed to be the hitman, arrested near the United States International University, while the other, thought to be the motorbike rider who helped him escape, was caught in Dandora. CCTV footage has played a big role in helping police trace the movements of the suspects.
The footage shows that the suspects were using both a motorbike and a car around the city centre on the day of the killing. The car and the bike have now been recovered by the police.
From the videos, it’s clear the killing was well planned and coordinated. After the shooting happened along Ngong Road, the suspects were seen speeding off towards the city centre. They boarded a car that had been circling the area. That same car had earlier been seen near Parliament Buildings and along other major roads such as City Hall Way and Wabera Street, suggesting it was part of the plan.
Investigators believe that this was not just an act by two people but rather involved more individuals working together. Authorities are now focusing on uncovering who else may have been part of this planned attack. The suspects are currently being questioned to reveal the full picture, including who gave the orders and why.
What makes this case even more alarming is that the late MP had already raised concerns about his safety. Just two months before his death, he told the public that he feared for his life and believed people were planning to kill him.
He even said that when he dies, Kasipul would never be the same again. His statement now seems like a warning that no one took seriously at the time.The government has promised a full investigation. President William Ruto ordered that justice be served, while Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen has expressed confidence in the progress being made.
Homicide detectives have been on the ground since the murder, and more evidence is being analyzed every day. Meanwhile, Kenyans are calling for transparency and accountability. Many want answers about who killed the MP and why. The investigation so far has been promising, but the bigger questions remain, was this politically motivated, and who else was involved?
The murder of MP Charles Ong’ondo Were is a painful reminder of how unsafe public life can be, and it has pushed authorities to act fast. For now, the country waits for full justice.
