IG Kanja: Gun Used In Murder Of MP Charles Were Used In 3 Robberies
Kanja revealed that the weapon was used in three separate robberies that took place between Nairobi and Kiambu Counties.
Viral Tea Ke Writer 
Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja has revealed that ballistic findings revealed that one of the two guns recovered from the residence of one of the suspects linked to the murder of Kasipul Member of Parliament, Charles Ong'ondo Were shot and killed the MP last week.
Speaking on Thursday, May 8 during a press briefing, the police boss stated that the firearm was recovered from two suspects found in possession of two pistols—a Retay Falcon and a Sarsilmaz—as well as a bag and footwear that matched the description of items worn by one of the suspects at the crime scene.
Moreover, Kanja revealed that the weapon was used in three separate robberies that took place between Nairobi and Kiambu Counties.
Guns, shoes and bags recovered from the residence of one of the suspects in MP Charles Were's murder on May 7, 2025. /DCI
"Today, I stand before you with significant findings from comprehensive ballistic investigations regarding the tragic demise of Charles Were. The ballistic report we have received unequivocally links the Sarsilmaz pistol recovered from the residence of one of the suspects to the fatal shots that took his life," IG Kanja stated.
"This critical piece of evidence not only identifies the weapon used in this heinous act, but also reveals its involvement in a series of other criminal activities. Specifically, the same firearm has been implicated in three separate robbery offences across Nairobi and Kiambu counties, with the most recent crime happening on April 26."
IG Kanja further stated that an autopsy conducted on May 2 at Lee Funeral Home by Chief Government Pathologist Dr. Johansen Oduor confirmed that MP Were sustained five gunshot wounds, all entering from the left side of his body.
During the examination, two bullets were retrieved from the body, while a third was discovered inside the vehicle. All three were submitted for ballistic analysis.
According to a report from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Edwin Oduor Odhiambo, also known as Abdul Rashid, and Dennis Sewe Munyasi were apprehended on Wednesday at an undisclosed location.
Following their arrest, they led investigators to Odhiambo’s residence, where firearms were recovered by detectives.
Separately, four individuals with direct ties to the crime scene—some allegedly affiliated with the 'Mjahidini' gang, a group known for armed robberies in Nairobi’s Eastlands—were also taken into custody.
These suspects were arrested on May 4 and later appeared before the JKIA Court, which granted a 30-day custodial order to allow further investigations. Their case is scheduled for mention on June 5.
Two additional prime suspects were arrested on Wednesday, bringing the total number of suspects in custody to 10.
Meanwhile, Homa Bay politician and businessman Philip Nahashon Aroko was summoned by the DCI for questioning on Wednesday evening. He addressed the media, denying any involvement in the MP’s murder.
His legal representative, Danstan Omari, later confirmed that Aroko reported to the Gigiri Police Station from DCI headquarters, where he was booked and is expected to remain in custody overnight, pending interrogation on Thursday.
Investigators continue to reconstruct MP Were’s final movements from Parliament to the location of the shooting, which has led to significant breakthroughs in identifying suspects. Both the MP’s driver and aide have also been detained to assist with the investigation.
Photo of slain Kasipul MP Charles Were. /CITIZEN DIGITAL
