The investigation into the murder of Kasipul Member of Parliament Ong’ondo Were has taken a significant and unexpected turn, as police officials announced the arrest of his personal driver and bodyguard late Tuesday night. The two individuals were detained in a house located in the Mihang’o area of Kayole, and are now regarded as persons of interest in connection with the fatal shooting.
Authorities revealed that the driver and bodyguard are currently undergoing questioning after providing conflicting accounts of their activities and knowledge surrounding the incident. Their differing statements have raised suspicions among detectives, prompting their continued detention as investigations progress. It remains unclear whether they were directly involved in the shooting or had prior knowledge of the attack.
MP Ong’ondo Were was shot five times on April 30 while stuck in traffic along Valley Road near the City Mortuary. The post-mortem report confirmed that bullets punctured vital organs, including his heart, leading to his immediate death. Witnesses reported that the gunman approached on foot, opened fire on the legislator, and then escaped the scene on a motorcycle, adding a layer of mystery to the attack.
The arrest of the driver and bodyguard underscores the complexity of the investigation and the possibility that those close to the MP may have crucial information or may have played a role in the incident. Police continue to interrogate the two individuals as they seek to establish the motive and identify the mastermind behind the brazen attack that shocked the nation and claimed the life of a prominent politician.
