The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Renson Ingonga, has assured the public that a professional, independent, and comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of former Lugari Member of Parliament, Cyrus Jirongo, is ongoing.
This follows a public statement released by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI). The DPP emphasized that due process will be strictly followed and urged the public to remain calm and refrain from speculation as investigative agencies carry out their mandate.
While condoling with the family on behalf of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), the DPP described Jirongo as a visionary entrepreneur and public servant whose contributions to national development will be fondly remembered. He extended heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family.
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Jirongo died in a road crash on Saturday morning along the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway. Police said the accident occurred at about 3:00 a.m. in the Karai area of Naivasha when his vehicle collided head-on with a bus. He was alone in the car at the time.
According to Rift Valley Traffic Enforcement Officer Sarah Chumo, Jirongo was heading to Nairobi when his Mercedes-Benz collided with a bus traveling in the opposite direction.
Police said the politician sustained serious head injuries and died on the spot.
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