A key suspect in the Kware murder case, Collins Jumaisi, has escaped from Gigiri Police Station. Jumaisi, along with 12 Eritrean nationals, managed to break out of police custody, sparking concerns over security lapses.
Jumaisi recently made headlines during a hearing at Makadara Law Courts, where he claimed to have been tortured into confessing to the alleged murders. Represented by his lawyer, John Ndegwa, Jumaisi strongly denied involvement, stating that the accusations were based on falsehoods. He described his arrest as brutal and insisted that he urgently needed medical care due to the harsh treatment.
“Nothing concrete has been produced before this court in respect to the accusations leveled against my client. Much of what has been adduced is mere speculation,” said Ndegwa.
Despite his lawyer’s defense, Makadara Magistrate Irene Gicobi granted the DCI a 30-day detention order to allow further investigation into the murders.
Grim Details Emerge from Investigation
The DCI had identified Jumaisi as the prime suspect in a series of murders after allegedly confessing to the crimes. Officers claim they tracked him down to a hideout in Kayole, where he was allegedly preparing to lure another victim. The raid on his residence unearthed several suspicious items, including ten mobile phones, seven identity cards, multiple SIM cards, a panga, gloves, ropes, and sacks resembling those found at the Kware murder scenes.
“We believe we have a key and prime suspect in the murder of people whose bodies have been found dumped in the Kware area,” said a source familiar with the investigation.
In addition, detectives traced funds linked to the suspect, withdrawn from the accounts of recent victims, further tying him to the gruesome crimes.
Escape Sparks Urgent Manhunt
The escape of Jumaisi and the other detainees has triggered a nationwide manhunt, with law enforcement under pressure to recapture them. The incident also raises serious questions about the security protocols at the Gigiri Police Station, especially considering the high-profile nature of the case.