The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has confirmed the arrest of comedian and activist Erick Omondi on June 5, 2026, at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Detectives from DCI Central, in collaboration with CRIB Nairobi Region, acted on credible intelligence during ongoing inquiries.Omondi faces allegations related to recent fuel protests
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Human Rights Watch raises alarms over Kenyan abductions
Human Rights Watch Africa has unveiled troubling revelations regarding a special government security agency allegedly involved in a recent surge of abductions in Kenya. During the launch of its 35th Edition of the World Report, the organization pinpointed the Operations Support Unit (OSU) as a key player behind these incidents,
CS Justin Muturi says his son was abducted and demands action.
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has urged for the urgent arrest of individuals involved in the abductions of young Kenyans that have been occurring since June 2024. Speaking to the media on Sunday, Muturi emphasized the need to address this alarming trend, stating that the ongoing abductions must be
Mathira MP calls for investigation into Olive Gardens hotel
Eric Wamumbi, the Member of Parliament for Mathira Constituency, has formally requested the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to investigate alleged suspicious activities at the Olive Gardens Hotel in Nairobi. The luxurious hotel is associated with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who has emerged as a vocal critic of the
Police arrest stone-wielding suspect on Nairobi’s Southern Bypass
In a swift response to a series of robbery incidents targeting motorists on the Southern Bypass, a coordinated effort by the Regional Criminal Investigations Officer and officers from DCI Lang'ata and DCI Dagoretti has led to the arrest of a suspect identified as Martin Otieno. The initiative involved increased patrols in
Court issues arrest warrant for blogger Francis Gaitho
The Milimani Law Courts have issued a warrant for the arrest of blogger Francis Gaitho after he failed to appear for a court session on December 4, 2024. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Gaitho faces charges of publishing false information, which is a violation of Section 23
DCI intercepts 13 suspects in fake cement operation
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested 13 suspects and seized eight lorries loaded with bags of siphoned and repackaged cement in a crackdown on counterfeit cement in Kenya. The operation, conducted in collaboration with officials from the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), targeted hotspots in Athi
Prime suspect arrested in murder of “Akoko the Billionaire” in Kibra
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Kibra have arrested Brian Otieno Maurice, the prime suspect in the murder of Sospeter Osunga, known as 'Akoko the Billionaire.' The arrest follows a violent incident that occurred on November 18, 2024. On the day of the attack, Akoko Billionaire was assaulted
Police confiscate counterfeit alcoholic drinks
A consignment of counterfeit alcoholic drinks has been impounded by detectives following an ongoing operation on tax evasion. The high-level tax evasion schemes by traders dealing in alcoholic products has been rampant in recent days.Over 2000 empty bottles and 800 bottles of counterfeit spirits destined for the local market
