Kasipul MP Ong’ondo Were Stories

Governor Wanga blames police, disinformation in MP Were's killing
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 03, 2025

Governor Wanga alleged that a well-funded and coordinated disinformation campaign is being used to divert attention from the circumstances surrounding...

Slain Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were to be buried on May 9 in Homa Bay
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 03, 2025

The plans for the late ODM MP’s final journey are already in motion, with the funeral arrangements being coordinated by different teams from Parliamen...

DCI: We’ve narrowed down to potential suspects in Kasipul MP Charles Were’s murder
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 02, 2025

The DCI revealed that the breakthrough came after an extensive review and reconstruction of the MP’s final movements, from Parliament to the location...

Autopsy for slain Kasipul MP Charles Were set for Monday as DCI probes targeted killing
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 02, 2025

The DCI on Friday said the autopsy will be led by Dr Johansen Oduor, the Chief Government Pathologist, and will play a key role in supporting the ongo...

Inside hunt for Kasipul MP Were’s killers: Forensics, CCTV trail and a chilling motorcycle hit
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 02, 2025

Police say CCTV footage from Wabera Street captured a hooded man carrying a bag monitoring the MP’s vehicle while it was parked near the M-Pesa shop.

Kasipul MP Charles Were's family demands justice following his killing
Barack Oduor  |  May 01, 2025

The family has called on the Directorate of Criminal Investigations to move swiftly in tracking down those responsible for the MP’s murder.

A marked man? Kasipul MP Charles Were shot dead weeks after warning his life was in danger
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 01, 2025

In a series of videos that have now surfaced, the late legislator spoke openly about threats to his life, alleged plans by unknown individuals to elim...

Wetang’ula orders urgent probe into Kasipul MP’s killing, demands enhanced security for leaders
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 01, 2025

Following the killing of the MP, Speaker Wetang’ula said he had instructed the police boss to take swift action and report back to the House.

Condolences pour in for Kasipul MP Charles Were shot in Nairobi
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 30, 2025

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula condemned the killing of Were, describing it as a cowardly and callous act that has robbed the nation of a...

Kasipul MP Charles Were shot dead in Nairobi
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 30, 2025

Witnesses say the MP was attacked by two assailants riding a motorbike. One of the gunmen reportedly disembarked and shot the MP at close range at aro...

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