Isaac Kuria, who is the main suspect in the shooting of the late Charles Ngondo Were, has finally been arrested while trying to flee to Tanzania. Charles Ong’ondo Were was the MP for Kasipul before he was killed in a shocking incident.
Kuria’s arrest marks a key moment in the ongoing investigation as police tighten their grip on those suspected of playing a role in the assassination. According to police reports, Kuria tried to escape using a sportbike, riding all the way to Karon before abandoning it and switching to a public transport vehicle heading to Isebania in Migori County. This move was seen as an attempt to cross the border into Tanzania and avoid facing justice in Kenya. However, police had been tracking his movements closely, especially after his phone was examined.
Investigators found disturbing messages between Kuria and his brother, where they discussed detailed plans on how he would avoid capture by leaving the country.This discovery raised serious concerns among law enforcement and helped narrow down his location before the arrest.
The police acted swiftly, knowing that time was running out and that Kuria could disappear if he crossed the border.
His arrest came just days after police launched a nationwide manhunt for him and other individuals linked to the murder.So far, a total of 11 suspects have been arrested in connection with the killing of the MP. Among those taken into custody is businessman Philip Aroko, who is believed to have had close ties to the late MP.
Also arrested are the MP’s bodyguard and his driver, who are suspected of either aiding the crime or withholding key information. These suspects are currently being held at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), where they are undergoing further questioning by detectives.
The investigation is still ongoing as police work around the clock to gather more evidence and uncover the real reasons behind the assassination. The authorities are also trying to determine whether the killing was politically motivated or driven by personal issues.
Justice for the late MP is the top priority, and law enforcement is under pressure to ensure that everyone involved is brought to book.Charles Ngondo Were was buried on Friday, May 10 at his rural home in Homa Bay in a solemn ceremony attended by family, friends, and political leaders.
Among those present was the National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, who joined others in mourning the loss of a respected legislator.
