Joseph Mwenda alias DJ Joe Mfalme, along with his associates Eric Kariuki and Simon Wanjiru, have been unconditionally released by the court sitting at Kibera.
The outcome of investigations into the ongoing murder case of Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) officer Felix Kelian exonerated the Dj and co-accused from any involvement in the tragic incident.
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In a statement released shortly after his release, DJ Joe Mfalme expressed profound gratitude to his friends, supporters, and well-wishers for standing firmly by him and his team during this challenging time.
“We want to sincerely thank you for having stood firmly with DJ Joe and his team during this challenging time,” DJ Joe Mfalme stated.
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“We are relieved and do welcome the outcome of the investigations carried out as they have exonerated DJ Joe Mfalme and his team, Eric Kariuki and Simon Wanjiru.” DJ Joe Mfalme stated.
Joe Mfalme has been named as a state witness in the murder case of the Kabete Police Detective.
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This is after the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) in a letter dated April 5, 2024, recommended him and five others to serve as state witnesses in the ongoing legal proceedings.
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However, Allan Ochieng’, popularly known as ‘Ballo the hype man’, has been charged with Detective Felix Kelian’s murder.
The other co-accused are Eric Kariuki Gathua, Simon Wambugu Wanjiru, Khadija Abdi Wako, Sammy Cheruiyot Rotich and Agnes Kerubo Mogoiare.
DJ Joe Mfalme Subsequent Arrests and Detention
DJ Joe Mfalme, along with three police officers from Kikuyu police station, had been arrested in connection with the assault that led to the tragic death of senior Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) officer, Felix Kelian Kitosi.
The incident occurred on the night of March 16, 2024, outside Texas Barbeque in Kikuyu Sub-County following an altercation between Kitosi and DJ Joe Mfalme’s entourage.
According to reports, the confrontation was sparked by a minor collision between Kitosi’s vehicle and that of the DJ.
The situation escalated rapidly, culminating in Kitosi being allegedly assaulted by the bouncers accompanying DJ Joe Mfalme.
Following the altercation, Kitosi was taken into custody at Kikuyu police station.
However, rather than finding safety, reports suggest that within the confines of the station, the accused police officers subjected him to further physical violence, exacerbating his injuries.
In the days that followed, Kitosi’s condition deteriorated rapidly. Initially admitted to Langata Hospital, he was later transferred to Nairobi West Hospital, where he tragically passed away on March 21.
Medical examinations revealed the severity of his injuries, confirming that they were the result of the physical assault he endured.
Initially, a police report attributed his injuries to a non-injury traffic accident near Kikuyu Police Station.
However, subsequent findings unveiled a more disturbing reality, implicating DJ Joe Mfalme and his associates in the assault that led to Kitosi’s demise.
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Public Statement by DJ Joe Mfalme Over the Murder Case
In response to mounting public scrutiny and legal proceedings, DJ Joe Mfalme released a statement on March 24, extending his condolences to Kitosi’s family and expressing his commitment to cooperating fully with the investigative process.
He refrained from further comment, citing the sensitivity of the matter and the ongoing investigation.
“We place our trust in God Almighty in particular and the authorities in general to conduct a comprehensive and transparent investigation aimed at uncovering the truth,” DJ Joe Mfalme said.
“Given the ongoing investigations and the sensitive nature of the matter, we shall refrain from making any further statements at this time.” read DJ Joe Mfalme Statement in part.
