According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), new evidence gathered by investigators suggests the suspects were involved in coordinated criminal activities just days before the killing of the clergyman in Lanet, Nakuru County.
Detectives revealed that the gang had already been under surveillance over several violent incidents targeting unsuspecting victims in urban areas.
Authorities now believe the same group may have participated in another robbery attack that occurred only two days before Reverend Ndumia was murdered.
Investigators say the gang reportedly operated in a highly organized manner, carefully planning attacks before striking and disappearing with stolen valuables.
Investigators say the gang reportedly operated in a highly organized manner, carefully planning attacks before striking and disappearing with stolen valuables.
The latest findings have intensified efforts by detectives to dismantle the criminal network and identify all individuals connected to the group.
The DCI further disclosed that during one of the robbery incidents linked to the suspects, victims were allegedly robbed of valuables before large sums of money were transferred from their bank accounts.
The DCI further disclosed that during one of the robbery incidents linked to the suspects, victims were allegedly robbed of valuables before large sums of money were transferred from their bank accounts.
According to investigators, approximately KSh 600,000 was moved through suspicious transactions shortly after the robbery.
Authorities say the financial transactions became a major breakthrough in the case after detectives traced the movement of money to individuals now under investigation.
Authorities say the financial transactions became a major breakthrough in the case after detectives traced the movement of money to individuals now under investigation.
Police believe the financial trail could help uncover additional members of the gang and reveal how the suspects coordinated their operations.
Two suspects identified as Beryl Nafula Otenyo and Felix Okumu are currently in police custody in connection with the murder and robbery investigations.
Two suspects identified as Beryl Nafula Otenyo and Felix Okumu are currently in police custody in connection with the murder and robbery investigations.
Detectives say the pair remain key persons of interest as investigators continue gathering forensic evidence and witness statements.
Police have also relied on mobile phone tracking technology and forensic analysis to connect the suspects to multiple crime scenes.
Police have also relied on mobile phone tracking technology and forensic analysis to connect the suspects to multiple crime scenes.
Surveillance footage collected from nearby locations is currently being reviewed as investigators work to strengthen the case before it proceeds to court.
Authorities have assured the public that investigations are ongoing and that all individuals involved in the murder of Reverend Ndumia will be brought to justice.
Authorities have assured the public that investigations are ongoing and that all individuals involved in the murder of Reverend Ndumia will be brought to justice.
Detectives also warned that security agencies have intensified operations against violent criminal gangs operating in various regions.
The murder of the clergyman shocked residents and members of the church community, sparking calls for swift investigations and enhanced security measures.
The murder of the clergyman shocked residents and members of the church community, sparking calls for swift investigations and enhanced security measures.
Reverend Ndumia was killed inside his residence in a brutal attack that also left a church security guard seriously injured.
Police say more arrests are likely as investigations continue. Prosecutors are expected to pursue charges related to murder, robbery with violence, and money laundering once detectives finalize the evidence and complete witness interviews in the high-profile case.
Police say more arrests are likely as investigations continue. Prosecutors are expected to pursue charges related to murder, robbery with violence, and money laundering once detectives finalize the evidence and complete witness interviews in the high-profile case.
