A Nairobi court has ordered the detention of advocate Angela Mulwa and alleged gunman Nelson Masiga Makaralu for 14 days as investigations continue into the murder of researcher Dr. Victoria Nthunya Mutiso.

Mulwa, a lawyer with 26 years of experience and daughter of Rose Mbithe Mulwa, who is also in custody, was arraigned alongside Masiga, bringing the total number of suspects held in connection with the killing to four.

Allegations of Vehicle Theft and Land Fraud

During proceedings at Mavoko court, police presented evidence linking the suspects to the theft of four high-end vehicles, including a Range Rover, Toyota Prado, pickup truck, and Toyota Corolla. Two of these vehicles belonged to the late Dr. Mutiso, while the other two were registered to her husband, Prof David Ndetei.

Additionally, the suspects are under investigation for allegedly unlawfully occupying a 20-acre parcel of land in Mlolongo, Athi River, valued at over KSh 1.5 billion. This land has been the subject of a protracted High Court dispute involving Dr. Mutiso and Rose Mulwa, the former wife of Prof Ndetei.

Sergeant Gilbert Okello told the court that the families have suffered significant losses, including eviction and demolition of matrimonial properties linked to the land dispute.

Ongoing Forensic and CCTV Analysis

Investigators are examining CCTV footage from Upper Hill, where Dr. Mutiso was fatally shot by gunmen on a motorcycle while commuting to work. The footage is being analyzed to identify occupants of a Toyota Prado seen near the ambush scene.

Defense lawyer Cliff Ombeta argued against Mulwa's detention, citing her professional standing and lack of flight risk, but the court upheld the remand.

Family Members Also Detained

Angela Mulwa's mother, Rose Mulwa, and brother, Chris Mulwa, remain in custody for 21 days as part of the ongoing probe. Rose is held at Kilimani Police Station, while Chris is detained at Kileleshwa Police Station. The court cited credible threats against Dr. Mutiso prior to her death as justification for continued detentions.