UPDATE ON THE ONGOING INVESTIGATION INTO THE FATAL SHOOTING OF HON. CHARLES ONG’ONDO WERE

Further to the Inspector General’s press statement on May 4, 2025, regarding the tragic shooting of Hon. Charles Ong’ondo Were, we would like to provide an update to the public on the progress of the investigation. An autopsy was conducted today at the Lee Funeral Home by Dr. Johansen Oduor, the Chief Government Pathologist and was attended by the Director of the Homicide Investigations Bureau, forensic experts from DCI's National Forensics Laboratory, family members, legal counsel and members of parliament. The examination revealed that Hon. Were sustained five gunshot wounds, all entering from the left side of his body. Two bullets were recovered during the autopsy, adding to a third previously found in the deceased’s vehicle. The investigation has yielded several key exhibits that are crucial to the case. These exhibits—surveillance footage, the identification of the vehicle used to drop off the suspects, the financial proceeds found, and the connections to accompanying suspects—are pivotal in advancing the investigation and understanding the events surrounding Hon. Ong'ondo Were's tragic murder. 

The four suspects arrested were presented before the JKIA Court today, May 5, 2025, where investigators secured a 30-day custodial order to facilitate further investigations. The case is scheduled for mention on June 5, 2025. Investigators are actively pursuing additional suspects believed to be involved in this heinous act. Specialised units, including homicide and forensic teams, are working diligently to uncover all aspects of the crime, including the motive, to ensure a comprehensive investigation. We appeal to anyone with information that could assist the investigation to contact the nearest police station or use our toll-free lines: 999, 112, or #FichuaKwaDCI (0800 722 203). The DCI remains steadfast in its commitment to thoroughly investigating this case and will issue further updates as new developments arise.