Police are investigating the killing of Lawyer Robert Chesang by unknown gunmen at his residence in Lukenya, Machakos County with the motive of the murder most foul still unknown.
Reports indicate that Chesang was killed by a hail of bullets in his house at Moke Gardens in broad daylight by gunmen who later escaped.
“The officers jumped into the compound where they peeped through the door and saw his body lying in a pool of blood in the living room,” said an officer who was at the scene.
Chesang is said to have been alone in the house during the time of the incident. Police said they recovered seven spent cartridges of an AK47 rifle at the scene of murder.
“It is rare to find thugs with rifles and especially AK47. This seems to be classic elimination using serious people probably state operatives,” added another official.
The team that visited the scene said the deceased was most likely tortured and dragged from his bedroom before he was killed in cold blood, reported The Standard.
The Law Society of Kenya has mourned the death of their colleague while condemning the incident.
“We call upon the Inspector General of Police and the Country’s security apparatus to move with speed and commence investigations into this heinous act and ensure that justice prevails,” reads part of the LSK statement.
“The Law Society of Kenya condoles with the family of the late Robert Chesang, Advocate and assures them of our support during this difficult time,” adds LSK.
The body was moved to the Shallom Mortuary in Athi River. The deceased practised in various courts in the country.
Still in shock over the gruesome murder of my Tax Law lecturer Robert Chesang..A very calm, wise man..
KU School of Law mourns. Someone must pay for this. May Justice Prevail. @NPSOfficial_KE@DCI_Kenya pic.twitter.com/xYRGPQYYIc— Mwererumawira (@mwererumawira) February 18, 2019
Other Kenyans have also mourned the death of Chesang and called for speedy investigation to unravel the bizarre murder.
@reneengamau says, “My heart is so heavy this morning. You would be hard pressed to find a more calm, composed, dignified man, lawyer, friend. We need answers. Rest In Peace.”
My heart is so heavy this morning. You would be hard pressed to find a more calm, composed, dignified man, lawyer, friend. We need answers. Rest In Peace, Chesang. Kenya : High Court Advocate Robert Chesang shot dead – Standard Digital News https://t.co/Y3UraziftI
— Renée Ngamau (@reneengamau) February 18, 2019
and @MachariaNjeru adds, “It is with great sadness that I have learned of the passing of a friend & colleague, Robert Chesang. I send my deepest condolences to Wakili Chesang’s family and the legal fraternity at this difficult time. My ardent prayer is that justice will be done.”
It is with great sadness that I have learned of the passing of a friend & colleague, Robert Chesang. I send my deepest condolences to Wakili Chesang’s family and the legal fraternity at this difficult time. My ardent prayer is that justice will be done. https://t.co/mv4sOsibtW
— Macharia Njeru (@MachariaNjeru) February 18, 2019