Suspect in Fatal Kamukunji Shooting Arrested
November 23, 2024
Nairobi, Kenya – A 27-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Abdirahim Abdullahi Ibrahim, which occurred on November 9, 2024, at DD Plaza in Nairobi’s Kamukunji area. The suspect, identified as Paul Odhiambo Owuodho, also known by the alias Fazul Muhamed, was apprehended last evening in a joint operation led by Shauri Moyo detectives and their counterparts from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Headquarters.
According to a report filed at California Police Station, a security guard heard a gunshot on the night of the incident. Police officers arrived promptly at the scene and found Ibrahim’s body lying in a pool of blood, with a fatal bullet wound to his neck.
Following extensive investigations and a relentless pursuit, the suspect was located in the Kiambiu slums and taken into custody. The arrest marks a significant development in the case, which had left the Kamukunji community in shock.
The National Police Service (NPS) confirmed the arrest in a statement released on Saturday, November 23. The statement detailed the early-morning operation that led to Odhiambo’s capture, emphasizing the role of intelligence in tracking down the suspect.
“Today, DCI officers, acting on intelligence, conducted an operation in Kiambiu slums and apprehended one Paul Othiambo Owuodho alias Fazul Muhamed,” the statement read.
Odhiambo is currently detained at Shauri Moyo Police Station, where detectives are conducting further investigations. He is set to be arraigned on Monday.
In a significant revelation, police have also linked Odhiambo to the murder of DCI officer David Mayaka, who was killed in August 2023 in Mihang’o, Kayole. Mayaka was fatally shot by three men on a motorcycle, an incident that had raised serious concerns about the safety of law enforcement officers in the area.
“The suspect is also linked to the murder of one police officer, namely PC David Mayaka of DCI Makadara, which occurred in Mihango Kayole area on August 23, 2023. The matter is currently before the court,” the NPS statement added.
The shooting of Abdirahim Abdullahi Ibrahim was captured on CCTV, which showed the suspect approaching Ibrahim and a woman, firing at close range, and shooting Ibrahim near the neck. The bullet exited through the other side. The suspect reportedly stole Ibrahim’s mobile phone before fleeing the scene.
The NPS has reiterated its commitment to ensuring justice for victims and their families. Investigations into both cases are ongoing as authorities work to uncover any additional links and bring all involved parties to justice.
The public is reminded of the importance of community cooperation with law enforcement agencies to enhance safety and security. Anyone with information relevant to these cases is urged to come forward.
This article aims to inform the public about recent developments in the investigation of the fatal shooting in Kamukunji and to emphasize the ongoing efforts to address crime and ensure justice in Nairobi.
