The DCI has released new details about the road accident that killed former minister and MP Cyrus Jirongo.
The crash happened on the night of December 13, 2025, at Karai along the Nakuru–Nairobi Highway.
Investigators recovered CCTV footage from Eagol Petrol Station near the crash site. The footage was reviewed as part of the investigation and shows Jirongo’s final moments on the road.
Cyrus Jirongo Accident Timeline per CCTV Footage
2:18:40 am: Jirongo drove into the petrol station from the Nairobi direction. He did not stop to refuel.
2:19:10 am: He stopped briefly at the station’s exit.
2:19:19 am: Nine seconds later, Jirongo makes a right turn to heads back toward Nairobi.
2:19:25 am: The footage captured a public service bus hitting his car.
The accident involved Jirongo’s vehicle, registration number KCZ 305U, and a Climax Company Ltd bus, registration number KCU 576A.
Police said they released the footage to clear claims on social media that the accident scene may have been interfered with.
After reviewing the footage, police summoned the bus driver again. The driver was identified as Tyrus Githinji Kamau. He had earlier been questioned and released on cash bail.
The DCI said Kamau is facing charges of causing death by dangerous driving. He has been ordered to report to the Naivasha Traffic Base on December 22, 2025, for further police action.
Immediately after the crash, homicide detectives and forensic experts from the National Forensic Laboratory visited the scene. They examined the area and secured key exhibits.
Police also recorded statements from the petrol station’s night guard and a fuel attendant who were on duty at the time.
The DCI said investigations into the fatal crash are still ongoing.
By Vivian K.