Kachien, Kasipul Constituency| Slain Kasipul Member of Parliament, Charles Ong’ondo Were, was laid to rest on Friday at his ancestral home in Kachien village, Kasipul Constituency, in an emotionally charged ceremony that drew leaders, relatives, friends, and constituents from across the country.
The funeral, marked by deep grief and anger, saw an overwhelming outcry for justice as the family and community demanded a swift and transparent investigation into his brutal murder.
Were, a respected lawmaker known for his firm stance on governance and community development, was reportedly assassinated under unclear circumstances, sending shockwaves through the local political landscape and triggering public outrage.
During the burial ceremony, the late MP’s family issued a series of impassioned pleas to the government and investigative agencies, urging them to leave no stone unturned in pursuing those responsible for the heinous crime.
Maggie Were, the MP’s widow, led the calls for justice, describing the murder as a devastating blow to the family and the nation.
“We will only find peace when justice is served. My husband served this community with dedication, and his life was cut short in the cruelest way. We demand answers,” she said, her voice laden with emotion.
Ann Were, his co-wife, echoed similar sentiments, calling on the state to act decisively.
“We are not just burying a husband today — we are burying a father, a leader, and the pillar of this family. The government must help us uncover the truth,” she said.
The family’s frustration and resolve were further underscored by the late MP’s son, Pascal Were, who made a defiant vow to continue fighting for justice.
“Our father did not raise cowards. We will not be intimidated. We demand justice, and we will fight for it,” he declared, prompting a strong reaction from mourners.
Paul Juma Were, the MP’s elder brother, expressed the family’s bewilderment over the murder, questioning the motive behind what he described as a targeted assassination.
“Who would want my brother dead? Why was he targeted? As a family, we are grappling with these questions. The police must unravel this mystery,” he stated, while also urging authorities to intensify their efforts.
“We appreciate the work done so far, but we need more. The killers must not go unpunished.”
Boyd Were, the second-born son, issued a stern warning to anyone seeking to intimidate the bereaved family.
“We will not be bullied. Our father stood for truth, and we will honor his legacy by ensuring justice prevails,” he affirmed.
The somber ceremony also became a platform for leaders and citizens to condemn rising insecurity and political violence, with many attendees calling for broader reforms to protect elected leaders and ensure accountability.
As the sun set over Kachien village, Hon. Charles Ong’ondo Were was finally laid to rest, but the pain of his loss and the questions surrounding his death continue to weigh heavily on his family and constituents.
The demand for justice remains loud and clear, with growing pressure on investigative agencies to deliver conclusive answers and hold those responsible accountable.
Investigations into the killing are ongoing, but the family and public sentiment suggest that mere progress will not suffice — what is now needed is justice, closure, and truth.
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