Autopsy Exposes How Former MP David Were's Son Was Stabbed Three Times and Left to Bleed to Death in Kisumu

The family of former Matungu Constituency Member of Parliament David Were is demanding thorough investigations into the death of their kin, Hannington Were, following a fatal attack in Kisumu County during the early hours of Sunday morning.

A postmortem examination conducted on Tuesday at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital revealed that the 39-year-old died from excessive bleeding after suffering multiple stab wounds.

According to the medical report, Hannington sustained three stab injuries to the back, with the wounds penetrating critical organs, including the lungs. Pathologists concluded that the injuries caused severe internal bleeding that ultimately led to his death.

Despite reports indicating that the incident was a robbery, the family says it believes there could have been another motive behind the killing.

Speaking to journalists outside Kwee Funeral Home at JOOTRH on Tuesday afternoon, the former legislator expressed doubts about the circumstances surrounding the attack and urged authorities to conduct comprehensive investigations.

Preliminary reports indicate that Hannington and a friend had just left his residence shortly after midnight when they were confronted by two armed men riding on a motorcycle. The attackers allegedly ambushed the pair before stabbing Hannington during the violent encounter.

He was rushed to hospital in critical condition but later succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment.

The killing has sparked concern among relatives and residents, with the family now calling on detectives to establish whether the incident was a random robbery or a targeted attack.

Police are yet to issue a detailed statement on the progress of investigations or whether any suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder.