,Fresh details have emerged linking a cash reward to the killing of Dr Victoria Mutiso, with investigators now focusing on an alleged Ksh1.5 million payment said to have been promised to police officers involved in the crime.
According to emerging reports, the amount was to be shared among three officers, each expected to receive Ksh500,000 upon executing the killing.
The revelation has added a new financial dimension to a case that has already drawn public scrutiny and raised questions about possible abuse of authority within the security services.
Sources familiar with the investigation indicate that the alleged payment arrangement is now a central line of inquiry, with detectives seeking to establish who authorized the funds, how the agreement was made, and whether any payments were partially or fully disbursed.
So far, at least one officer linked to the case has been arrested, while others are reportedly on the run.
Authorities have launched a manhunt as part of efforts to bring all suspects to account.
Investigators are also examining communication records and financial transactions that could link the suspects to the alleged deal.
The disclosure of a structured payout has intensified concerns over the motive behind the killing.
While the full circumstances surrounding Dr Mutiso’s death remain under investigation, the alleged financial incentive suggests a premeditated operation rather than a spontaneous act.
Legal experts say the introduction of a monetary element could significantly shape the direction of the case in court.
If proven, it may support charges related to conspiracy, contract killing, and abuse of office, depending on the roles played by each suspect.
Meanwhile, investigators are working to determine whether the alleged Ksh1.5 million originated from a single source or multiple contributors.
This line of inquiry is expected to be critical in identifying any masterminds behind the killing.
The case has sparked renewed debate on accountability within law enforcement agencies, particularly regarding internal oversight and the handling of officers implicated in serious crimes.