In a significant development, detectives have arrested another person of interest in connection with the fatal shooting of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were on April 30, 2025. The individual, identified as Amos Barasa Kasili, was apprehended during an intelligence-led operation in the Kibera Darajani area.
Barasa’s arrest followed a thorough investigation, which included forensic evidence that linked him to the primary suspects and placed him at the crime scene. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Barasa was identified as the rider of a motorcycle, registration number KMFZ 413W, a Bajaj Boxer, that was used to trail the MP’s vehicle before the shooting and served as the getaway bike afterward. When Barasa was arrested, he was found in possession of the same motorcycle, solidifying the evidence against him.
The investigation revealed that Barasa had been actively involved in the plot against the late MP, having played a crucial role in the execution of the crime. The DCI also highlighted that Barasa was known to be a habitual criminal, often masquerading as a Boda Boda operator. He had been collaborating with armed criminal gangs during their operations, further linking him to the crime. During interrogation, Barasa admitted to his involvement in the MP’s murder, revealing that he had been hired by the main suspects and had received Ksh 50,000 as compensation for his role in the attack.
The motorcycle that Barasa was found with during his arrest matched the one seen on CCTV footage near Parliament, where it was observed trailing the MP’s vehicle just before the shooting. This piece of evidence further confirmed his involvement in the planned attack. Barasa’s role was pivotal in the orchestration of the murder, as he not only helped the assailants to trail the MP’s vehicle but also facilitated their escape after the incident.
In addition to this, investigators are continuing to piece together the details surrounding the murder. The arrest of Barasa is a crucial development in the ongoing investigation, and authorities have expressed their commitment to ensuring that justice is served. The DCI emphasized that Barasa was being processed for arraignment, with the investigation into the circumstances of the murder still active.
The murder of Charles Ong’ondo Were has shocked the nation, and many have called for swift action to bring all those responsible to justice. His death, a tragic loss, has left the Kasipul constituency and the country at large grieving. Barasa’s arrest is seen as an important step in bringing clarity to the events surrounding the MP’s murder and holding those involved accountable for their actions.
As investigations continue, detectives are focusing on identifying the individuals who masterminded the attack and worked with Barasa in executing the crime. The case remains under close scrutiny, and authorities are determined to bring closure to the family of the late MP and the public. The DCI’s ongoing efforts to gather more evidence will likely lead to further arrests, as the probe into the killing unfolds.
