Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Kisumu County have arrested three suspects linked to the recent attack on Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi.
In a statement issued on Thursday, April 9, the DCI confirmed the arrest of 24-year-old Carlos Owiti, also known as Kalonje, from Nyalenda in Kisumu.
The detectives also apprehended Eric Otieno, alias Dude, aged 39, from Manyatta, alongside Vincent Odhiambo, alias Tinga, 27, also from Nyalenda.
DCI Detectives Arrest Three Suspects Over Attack on Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi in Kisumu. Photo: Courtesy.
According to the agency, the three suspects are believed to have been part of a group that violently attacked the senator at a coffee shop within West End Mall in Kisumu, leaving him seriously injured.
The DCI stated that the suspects are currently being held in police custody as authorities finalize processing ahead of their arraignment in court.
DCI expressed gratitude to members of the public who have come forward with crucial information to support the ongoing probe, urging continued cooperation as detectives pursue all those involved.
The agency also assured the public that it will provide regular updates as the investigations progress.
The three suspects are among individuals previously named by Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino during an earlier press briefing.
While appearing before the National Assembly Committee on Administration and Internal Security, DCI Director Mohamed Amin confirmed that investigators are actively pursuing multiple leads.
He noted that the agency is working closely with members of the public to identify a key suspect captured in CCTV footage during the incident.
Senator Godfrey Osotsi sustained serious injuries following the attack by armed goons and was subsequently airlifted to Nairobi for specialized medical treatment.
