A significant development has emerged in the murder trial of former Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were, after one of the accused persons entered into a plea agreement and turned into a state witness. The individual will testify against the remaining accused when the trial begins next month.
State Witness to Testify
The court was informed that the late MP’s bodyguard, Allan Omondi Ogola, will be the first witness to testify when proceedings commence on February 9, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. A total of five witnesses are expected to take the stand on the opening day.
Court Directions
Presiding judge Diana Kavedza issued directives to the defence team, led by lawyer Chacha Mwita, to properly organise photographic evidence, including images allegedly showing bullet holes on vehicles. The judge noted that this would help expedite the trial.
Justice Kavedza further urged Mwita to thoroughly review the evidence with his witness ahead of the hearing to ensure smooth proceedings.
Background of the Case
The late MP was gunned down on April 30, 2025, by unknown assailants at the City Mortuary roundabout along Ngong’ Road.
According to police reports, two assailants riding a motorbike attacked him. One of the gunmen reportedly alighted from the bike and opened fire at close range, fatally wounding the legislator.
What Lies Ahead
The plea agreement and the introduction of a state witness mark a turning point in the case, which has drawn national attention due to the high-profile nature of the victim. The trial is expected to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the assassination and potentially identify those responsible.
