Bodaboda Rider Who Transported MP Charles Were's Killer Admits To Being Paid Ksh50K
The arrest follows a thorough investigation that forensically connected Barasa to the main suspects and placed him at the crime scene on that fateful day.
Marvin Chege 
In an intelligence-led operation, detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have apprehended Amos Barasa Kasili at Kibera Darajani area, linking him to the tragic shooting of the late Kasipul Member of Parliament (MP) Charles Ong’ondo Were, which occurred on April 30, 2025.
According to DCI's statement on Wednesday, May 14, the arrest follows a thorough investigation that forensically connected Barasa to the main suspects and placed him at the crime scene on that fateful day.
"It was revealed that Barasa served as the rider of the motorcycle, a Bajaj Boxer, which the assailants used to trail the MP's vehicle and later as a getaway bike after the attack. Upon his arrest, Barasa was found in possession of the motorcycle in question," DCI stated in part.
The motorbike used in the trailing and subsequent gateway in the execution of former Kasipul MP Charles Ong'ondo Were. /DCI
Investigations uncovered that Barasa is a habitual criminal who masquerades as a Boda Boda operator, often collaborating with armed criminal gangs during their operations.
During interrogation, he disclosed his involvement in the crime, revealing that he had been engaged by the main actors and received a payment of Ksh50,000 as part of his compensation.
Additionally, the motorcycle recovered from Barasa matches the description of the bike captured by CCTV footage near Parliament, which was seen trailing the late MP's vehicle.
"Profiling the suspect revealed his extensive criminal background, including previous incarceration at Industrial Area Prison, where he encountered some of the individuals involved in this heinous act," added the DCI.
Barasa is currently being processed for arraignment as investigations continue, with authorities committed to ensuring that justice is served.
The incident occurred on the evening of April 30, when Ong’ondo was gunned down in what investigators suspect was a premeditated attack.
Police and eyewitness accounts indicate that the MP's vehicle came under fire near the City Mortuary roundabout on Ngong Road.
