The Kibera High Court Thursday denied bond to three suspects charged with the murder of Member of Parliament for Kasipul Constituency Charles Ong’ondo Were.
In a ruling delivered on August 14, 2025, Lady Justice Diana Kavedza denied William Imoli, alias Imo, Edwin Odour Odhiambo, alias Machuani and Ebel Ochieng, alias Dave Calo, bond after the prosecution established compelling reasons for denial of bail.
“The prosecution asserts that key witnesses are close relatives and acquaintances of the accused.
These witnesses have reportedly expressed fear for their safety and are currently under witness protection, which itself suggests a serious perceived threat,” ruled Kavedza.
Lady Justice Kavedza stated that the grave nature of the charges, combined with existing relationships, increases the likelihood of such interference, especially given the organized and coordinated manner in which the offense was allegedly committed.
The court went ahead and noted that on June 3, 2025, the accused persons uttered a phrase in court such as ‘Who is this?’
Who does not want us to be released?
We shall believe,’ directly aimed at the prosecution, noting such behaviour, including the open issuance of death threats in a court of law, is deemed an egregious manifestation of calculated and malicious intent to instill fear.
“This threat, made in a public setting, could not be ignored by witnesses, court officers, and the investigating officer,” ruled Kavedza.
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