2 Angles DCI Is Likely To Explore In Charles Ouda Death Probe

Despite the cause of Ouda's death yet to be made public, reports are claiming that the investigations are exploring the possibility that the actor may have died by suicide.

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Feb 5, 2024 - 19:17 Updated: Feb 5, 2024 - 19:57
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2 Angles DCI Is Likely To Explore In Charles Ouda Death Probe
Black and white photo of the late Charles Ouda. /MKAMZEE MWATELA

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Homicide Unit on Monday took over the probe into the sudden death of Kenyan acclaimed actor, scriptwriter, and director Charles Ouda.

According to media reports, the detectives visited the scene in Westlands, Nairobi as part of the investigations into the incident.

Despite the cause of Ouda's death yet to be made public, reports are claiming that the investigations are exploring the possibility that the actor may have died by suicide.

The detectives are also seeking to establish if the actor may have been killed. In the case of suicide, detectives will likely seek to establish what drove him to take his own life, if there are any reasons.

DCI detectives at a crime scene. /FILE

The circumstances under which the death happened are among the reasons the homicide team joined the probe, as the team talked to those who attended to the scene first.

An autopsy is set to take place on Tuesday, February 5 to establish how he died.

“They want to know what happened,” an officer aware of the incident told the media.

The actor who was renowned for his roles in popular shows like Makutano Junction, Junction Junior, Second Family and Salem seemed okay on the last day he was seen alive. Those who knew him indicated that he was not suffering from any known ailments.

His last moments were captured in a video seen by Viral Tea where the late Ouda attended a wrap party for the television show Salem on the night of February 3, a gathering that would mark his final engagement before his passing.

The party, filled with the camaraderie of cast and crew, was a celebration of their collective efforts and achievements. One of the actors shared a video capturing him giving a speech to his colleagues, a speech that unbeknownst to them and his fans, would be his last.

“Some of us survived a year some of us survived 2, some of us survived more, but as we survived, I would ask us to remember one thing – we survived, we are here," he said.

He continued by underscoring the importance of perseverance, creativity, and unity in the face of adversity.

"The inches we fought for, the loves we lived, the everything. I would ask that we love each other as we move forward. I ask that we understand that it is no longer their industry it is ours,” he said.

News of his passing sent shockwaves throughout the whole country. In the wake of his passing, Ouda's family and fiancée, former BBC journalist Ciru Muriuki, have requested privacy as they navigate this difficult time.

Further details regarding his death and arrangements for commemorating his life are expected to be announced in the coming days.

The late Charles Ouda with his fiancee Ciru Muriuki during a past photoshoot. /INSTAGRAM.CIRU MURIUKI

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