According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, investigators are analysing suspicious activity linked to the clergyman’s M-Pesa account after the fatal attack that occurred on May 3, 2026, in Lanet, Nakuru County.
Authorities believe the transactions may provide critical clues regarding the motive behind the killing and the movements of suspects after the incident.
Investigators say four armed attackers allegedly entered the compound of PCEA Tabuga Parish after using deception and force to gain access to the premises.
According to detectives, the suspects first confronted the security guard on duty, Bernard Nyamwaka, before overpowering and torturing him for more than 20 minutes.
Police allege the guard was then forced to lead the attackers to Rev Ndumia’s residence located within the church compound.
Detectives further claim the suspects posed as police officers carrying out an official security operation, a tactic they allegedly used to convince the pastor to open his door.
A detective involved in the case reportedly stated that the attackers identified themselves as law enforcement officers conducting a lawful search, prompting the clergyman to admit them without suspicion.
Once inside, the attackers allegedly restrained both Rev Ndumia and the security guard before violently assaulting them and searching the house for valuables.
The gang is said to have remained inside the residence for several hours before fleeing with stolen items.
Rev Ndumia was later discovered dead with severe injuries, while the security guard survived the attack after receiving treatment at Nakuru Teaching and Referral Hospital.
The guard has since been placed under police protection as a key witness in the ongoing investigations.
So far, two suspects identified as Beryl Nafula Otenyo and Felix Odinga Okumu have been arrested in connection with the killing.
Inspector Geoffrey Tegei reportedly informed the court that the suspects were arrested on May 8, 2026, and were allegedly found in possession of the pastor’s mobile phone and SIM cards.
Investigators believe the recovered devices could help establish whether money was transferred from the victim’s account after the attack.
Authorities have since forwarded the phone and SIM cards to the National Forensic Laboratory for detailed forensic analysis.
Police say the examination will help trace communication records, financial transactions and other digital evidence connected to the suspects.
Detectives are also conducting DNA analysis and additional forensic tests on evidence recovered from the crime scene as they continue piecing together the circumstances surrounding the murder.
The motive behind the killing remains unclear, with investigators still pursuing leads related to both the homicide and the alleged misuse of the pastor’s phone.
Meanwhile, police have indicated that two additional suspects linked to the case are still at large as investigations continue.
The murder has sparked outrage among church members and residents, with many calling for swift justice for the slain cleric.
Police allege the guard was then forced to lead the attackers to Rev Ndumia’s residence located within the church compound.
Detectives further claim the suspects posed as police officers carrying out an official security operation, a tactic they allegedly used to convince the pastor to open his door.
A detective involved in the case reportedly stated that the attackers identified themselves as law enforcement officers conducting a lawful search, prompting the clergyman to admit them without suspicion.
Once inside, the attackers allegedly restrained both Rev Ndumia and the security guard before violently assaulting them and searching the house for valuables.
The gang is said to have remained inside the residence for several hours before fleeing with stolen items.
Rev Ndumia was later discovered dead with severe injuries, while the security guard survived the attack after receiving treatment at Nakuru Teaching and Referral Hospital.
The guard has since been placed under police protection as a key witness in the ongoing investigations.
So far, two suspects identified as Beryl Nafula Otenyo and Felix Odinga Okumu have been arrested in connection with the killing.
Inspector Geoffrey Tegei reportedly informed the court that the suspects were arrested on May 8, 2026, and were allegedly found in possession of the pastor’s mobile phone and SIM cards.
Investigators believe the recovered devices could help establish whether money was transferred from the victim’s account after the attack.
Authorities have since forwarded the phone and SIM cards to the National Forensic Laboratory for detailed forensic analysis.
Police say the examination will help trace communication records, financial transactions and other digital evidence connected to the suspects.
Detectives are also conducting DNA analysis and additional forensic tests on evidence recovered from the crime scene as they continue piecing together the circumstances surrounding the murder.
The motive behind the killing remains unclear, with investigators still pursuing leads related to both the homicide and the alleged misuse of the pastor’s phone.
Meanwhile, police have indicated that two additional suspects linked to the case are still at large as investigations continue.
The murder has sparked outrage among church members and residents, with many calling for swift justice for the slain cleric.
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