The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has ruled out foul play in the death of former Lugari Member of Parliament Cyrus Jirongo, saying evidence gathered so far indicates the incident was a road traffic accident.
In a press statement issued on Monday, the DCI said investigations into the death of the former legislator, who died on the night of December 13, 2025, along the Nakuru–Nairobi Highway at Karai area, had not revealed any criminal intent.
“Based on the evidence gathered and analysed to date, the incident appears to be a road traffic accident, with no indications of foul play,” the DCI said.
The agency said it launched “thorough investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the tragedy” immediately after the incident and deployed a multi-disciplinary team comprising homicide detectives, crime intelligence experts and forensic specialists from the National Forensic Laboratory.
According to the DCI, investigators processed the scene, secured and preserved exhibits, documented physical evidence and recovered CCTV footage from Eagol Petrol Station for forensic review.
“Additionally, the bus manifest and amateur videos from the scene were obtained and subjected to forensic analysis,” the statement said.
Detectives also recorded statements from several key witnesses, including the deceased’s widow Mrs Ann Lanoi Pertet, who was the first family member contacted after the incident.
Statements were also taken from the driver of the bus involved, Mr Tiras Kamau Githinji, the bus conductor, Mr Manoah Ekokwa Alukoya Olasi, and staff at Eagol Petrol Station.
The DCI further disclosed that National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, businessman Malala, and Mr Ibrahim Sambuli voluntarily recorded statements after confirming they had interacted with the deceased at Karen Oasis Restaurant on the evening of December 12, 2025.
Seven passengers from the bus also presented themselves to assist with investigations, while detectives recorded a statement from Julius Kiprotich Chelule, the driver of the alleged rescue bus, registration number KCU 573A.
Upon completion of the remaining investigative processes, the DCI said the file would be forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP).
“The investigation file will be forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) for appropriate directions, including potential criminal charges against the PSV driver, in line with the available evidence,” the investigative agency said.
The DCI conveyed condolences to the family and urged the public and political leaders to avoid speculation.
“We urge the public and political leaders to exercise restraint and refrain from making speculative or unsubstantiated statements that could prejudice the investigative process or cause undue public anxiety,” the statement read in part.
The agency reiterated its commitment to impartial investigations, stating it “remains resolute in conducting impartial, thorough and expedient investigations in accordance with the law.”
The statement was signed by J.K. Marete, HSC, for the Director of Criminal Investigations, and dated January 5, 2026.
