This archive report was first published on 25 August 2020.
On Saturday night, Kelvin Omwenga was fatally shot in the bedroom of his apartment at Galana Suites in Kilimani Estate. Detectives have arrested businessman Chris Obure and his bodyguard Robert Bodo over the shooting.
According to reports, Bodo has admitted to shooting Omwenga, claiming it was an accidental incident as the two men fought over a gun in the bedroom. The gun, a Ceska pistol, is registered to Mr. Obure, who is a licensed gun holder.
On Monday, the two suspects appeared before Kibra law courts, where the prosecution asked to be allowed to detain them for 14 more days to conclude investigations. The prosecution cited that they were yet to record witness statements and were awaiting an autopsy report.
However, PLO Lumumba, arguing for the suspects, opposed the application to detain his clients, saying all the crucial evidence, including CCTV footage and the firearm, are already in police custody. He also revealed that his clients had complied with the investigation team and had presented themselves to Kilimani police station.
“It is the right of an arrested person to be released on bond or bail,” Prof. Lumumba told the court.
The magistrate will today rule on whether to allow police to hold the suspects for 14 days or release them on bail.
