Investigations launched following attack on Homa Bay Deputy Governor

Investigations Launched Following Armed Attack on Homa Bay Deputy Governor
Security agencies in Homa Bay have launched a major investigation after Deputy Governor Oyugi Magwanga was attacked by armed assailants on Tuesday evening. The DG’s official vehicle was ambushed along the Homa Bay-Rod Kopany road, in an incident that has raised serious security concerns and triggered a high-level response from both county and national authorities.
According to preliminary reports, the Deputy Governor’s convoy was waylaid by a group of armed men who opened fire on the vehicles. The attack resulted in damage to the official car, though the Deputy Governor escaped unharmed. His security detail reportedly responded to the fire, forcing the assailants to flee the scene. Police have cordoned off the area for forensic analysis and are pursuing multiple leads to apprehend the suspects.
County Commissioner Moses Lilan confirmed that a multi-agency team has been formed to investigate the brazen attack. We are treating this incident with the utmost seriousness. We have mobilized all necessary resources to ensure the perpetrators are brought to book swiftly, Lilan stated. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, with authorities exploring possibilities ranging from politically motivated violence to a sophisticated criminal ambush.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the county’s political and security circles, prompting calls for enhanced protection for public officials. Governor Gladys Wanga condemned the attack, describing it as an affront to the stability of the county. As investigations proceed, residents and leaders alike are awaiting answers, with the outcome poised to significantly impact the political and security landscape in the Lake Region county.