Kenya has been left in shock after the killing of a senior lawyer in a drive-by taking pictures on a busy road within the capital Nairobi.
Mathew Kyalo Mbobu, a revered lawyer and former head of a political events’ dispute tribunal, was driving dwelling on Tuesday night when a gunman on a motorbike pulled alongside his automobile and opened hearth. Witnesses on the Lang’ata/Magadi highway reported listening to a number of gunshots.
The motive for the assault, which resembles the stunning killing of a lawmaker earlier this 12 months, is unknown. Investigations are underneath approach.
The Legislation Society of Kenya has described the killing as “abhorrent” and stated the crime should be “handled swiftly and conclusively”.
It expressed concern over threats confronted by legal professionals, including that the killing had “all markings of a predetermined assassination”.
“Too typically, advocates have been victimised and focused for the work that they do,” LSK president Religion Odhiambo stated in an announcement.
A grotesque video shared on-line exhibits a automotive’s shattered window with the bloodied, lifeless physique of the lawyer slouched over the steering wheel.
Senate Speaker Amason Kingi stated the “cold-blooded killing” of Mr Mbobu had “left us all devastated and in deep shock”.
“We anticipate the police to hold out speedy and thorough investigations to unearth the rationale and culprits behind this heinous crime and guarantee justice is served,” he stated.
In April, Charles Ong’ondo Have been, a member of parliament, was shot useless in related circumstances in a busy highway within the capital in a suspected assassination.
Police then stated a number of suspects had been arrested following what gave the impression to be a “focused and predetermined” assassination.
A few of the suspects have since been charged.
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