Saboti Member of Parliament (MP) Caleb Amisi has called for a thorough and independent investigation into the fatal road accident that claimed the life of former Lugari MP and businessman Cyrus Jirongo.
In a statement shared via his official X account, Amisi cautioned against premature narratives before official police findings are released.
Amisi’s statement comes hours after the driver of a Climax Coaches bus involved in the crash gave his account to the media. The MP argues that it was improper for any party to publicly explain the incident ahead of formal investigations and communication by law enforcement agencies.
“A proper, independent investigation must be carried out around the Karai accident. It is wrong for the driver of the Climax bus to come out first to speak before the police conduct investigations and officially communicate on the incident,” Amisi said.
The accident occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning along the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway near Karai, involving Jirongo’s vehicle and a Climax Coaches bus. Jirongo died at the scene.
The bus driver, identified as Tiras Kamau Githinji, had earlier spoken to the media, claiming that Jirongo’s vehicle entered the highway from a petrol station without giving way, leading to a head-on collision.
His remarks quickly sparked a public debate and mixed online reactions.
The death of Cyrus Jirongo has drawn national attention, with leaders across the political divide sending condolences to his family while urging caution against speculation.
His body has been moved to Lee Funeral Home for preservation ahead of burial plans.
