• Tuesday, 06 May 2025
Postmortem reveals Were was shot 5 times in the chest, rupturing his Heart

Postmortem reveals Were was shot 5 times in the chest, rupturing his Heart

The late Kasipul Member of Parliament Charles Ong’ondo Were sustained five gunshot wounds, all fired from the left side of his body, autopsy reveals.

 

According to a statement, an autopsy conducted by the Chief Government Pathologist, Dr. Johansen Oduor on Monday at the Lee Funeral Home shows that, two bullets were recovered adding to a third previously found in the deceased’s vehicle.

 

Ong’ondo Were was shot dead on Wednesday by unknown gunman along Ngong Road who was reportedly on a motorcycle.

 

The Director of the Homicide Investigations Bureau, forensic experts from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations National Forensics Laboratory, family members, legal counsel and members of parliament were also present.

 

“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.” Read the statement.

 

Adding that: “The examination revealed that 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.”

 

According to a statement, the investigation has yielded significant exhibits which will provide crucial leads as the DCI continues to piece together the events that led to the murder of Kasipul legislator.

 

“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 Ong’ondo Were’s tragic murder.” Read the statement.

 

The four suspects who were arrested were presented before the JKIA Court today, (Monday) where investigators secured a 30-day custodial order to facilitate further investigations.

 

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The case is scheduled for mention on June 5, 2025.

DCI says, the investigators are actively pursuing additional suspects believed to be involved in the killing of the MP adding that 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.

 

While reiterating their commitment to investigate the case thoroughly, the DCI urged members of the public with information that could assist with investigation to come forward and record statements.

 

“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).”

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