30 h. ago Family of Central Police Station OCS Taalam says he handed himself in willingly

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 15 – The family of central police Offier Comanding Station Samson Taalam has refuted claims that he was arrested while evading authorities, clarifying that he voluntarily surrendered to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Eldoret. In an official statement released Sunday and signed by family representative Tonny Koskei, the family termed […] The post Family of Central Police Station OCS Taalam says he handed himself in willingly appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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52 h. ago REGULATION | ‘Proceeds of Crime Are Laundered and Concealed Within Real Estate or Cryptocurrency in Kenya,’ Says Kenyan Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI)

REGULATION | ‘Proceeds of Crime Are Laundered and Concealed Within Real Estate or Cryptocurrency in Kenya,’ Says Kenyan Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI)  BitKE

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4 d. ago Govt allocates billions to boost state surveillance using Spyware

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 12 – Kenyans digital privacy is under fresh threat as the government allocates billions to surveillance tools, police operations, and digital monitoring infrastructure with no sign of public consultation or legal safeguards. In the Supplementary Budget are significant increases to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) aimed at expanding state surveillance powers […] The post Govt allocates billions to boost state surveillance using Spyware appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago Nairobi Woman Arrested in Mombasa After Stealing Friend’s Newborn

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have detained a woman accused of abducting her friend’s two-day-old baby in Nairobi before fleeing across counties to avoid arrest. The suspect, Catherine Kerubo, is now in custody at Buruburu Police Station as officers race to find the missing infant. According to police, the baby belongs to Emily Mosweta, who had just been discharged from Mimosa Hospital in Kasarani after giving birth. On May 26, Kerubo, accompanied by another woman, visited Mosweta at the hospital, posing as a supportive friend. Kerubo then offered to help Mosweta get home to Umoja. Together with The post Nairobi Woman Arrested in Mombasa After Stealing Friend’s Newborn appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 d. ago DCI Names Central OCS Tallam as Prime Suspect in Blogger Ojwang’s Death

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 11 – The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mohamed Amin, has named the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) at Nairobi’s Central Police Station as the main suspect in the death of teacher and social media influencer Albert Omondi Ojwang’. Appearing before the Senate on Tuesday, Amin told lawmakers that evidence gathered so far […] The post DCI Names Central OCS Tallam as Prime Suspect in Blogger Ojwang’s Death appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago Senators suspend Sittings over brutal killing of blogger Albert Ojwang at Central Police Station

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 11 – Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, and Director Criminal Investigation (DCI) Amin Mohammed arrived at the Senate to respond to questions regarding the ongoing investigation into the death of digital blogger Albert Ojwang, while in a police cell at Nairobi Central Police Station. The Senate […] The post Senators suspend Sittings over brutal killing of blogger Albert Ojwang at Central Police Station appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago Nairobbery: DCI Cop Among Three Arrested for Vandalizing High

Kenya Power, in collaboration with law enforcement, arrested three suspects on Saturday night after they were caught vandalizing high-voltage underground electricity cables near Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi. Shockingly, one of the suspects, Dennis Mbithi Nzioki, is a police officer attached to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Makadara. The three, Nzioki, Thomas Mutua, and Joseph Kyalo, were part of a group of ten armed with crude tools. Authorities say the gang was tampering with 66kV underground cables, which serve as the main power supply to Ragati and Nairobi West substations. These substations provide electricity to critical areas including Kenyatta The post Nairobbery: DCI Cop Among Three Arrested for Vandalizing High-Voltage Power Cables Near Nyayo Stadium appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago Six suspects arraigned in Court over caller ID spoofing fraud

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 5 – Police are detaining six individuals in connection with a caller ID spoofing fraud operation. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) says the arrests took place yesterday, following an investigation that was launched on May 31 into telecommunications-based criminal activities. The suspected mastermind of the group is believed to possess a […] The post Six suspects arraigned in Court over caller ID spoofing fraud appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago DCI Arrests Murang’a MCA Grace Nduta Over Staged Abduction of Juja MP Koimburi

NAIROBI, Kenya May 29– Detectives have arrested Murang’a Kanyenyaini MCA Grace Nduta, popularly known as “City,” in connection with the staged abduction of Juja MP George Koimburi, in what police have described as a politically motivated plot. She was arrested a day after the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said they had recovered a private […] The post DCI Arrests Murang’a MCA Grace Nduta Over Staged Abduction of Juja MP Koimburi appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Inside the Staged Abduction: How Juja MP Koimburi Allegedly Faked His Kidnapping

Kenya’s National Police Service (NPS) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have poked major holes in Juja Member of Parliament George Koimburi’s alleged abduction, accusing him of fabricating the incident to earn political sympathy and spark national tension. On Wednesday, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and DCI Director Amin Mohamed addressed the press from DCI headquarters along Kiambu Road, revealing that investigators had interrogated three more suspects connected to the case. Their statements, officials said, exposed glaring contradictions that discredit the MP’s initial claims of a violent kidnapping. “It is quite, quite inconceivable for an honourable Member of The post Inside the Staged Abduction: How Juja MP Koimburi Allegedly Faked His Kidnapping appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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2 w. ago DCI Arrests Koimburi Ally Who Owns Subaru Used in Alleged Abduction

NAIROBI, Kenya May 28 – Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested Cyrus Kieru Muhia, a close ally of Juja MP George Koimburi, over alleged involvement in the MP’s alleged abduction. Muhia, who is said to own the silver Subaru Forester captured in CCTV footage during the incident, is being held for […] The post DCI Arrests Koimburi Ally Who Owns Subaru Used in Alleged Abduction appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago Police Foil Eastleigh Robbery, Arrest Kenyan and Ugandan Robbery Gang with AK

In a major breakthrough against violent crime in Nairobi, detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) arrested four armed robbery suspects on Thursday, May 22, following a string of raids across Dandora, Saika, Pumwani, and Huruma estates. The suspects—three Ugandan nationals and one Kenyan—were apprehended in a meticulously coordinated operation that also recovered three firearms and 50 rounds of ammunition. The DCI’s Crime Research detectives launched the crackdown after analyzing the pattern of recent armed robberies plaguing Nairobi and parts of Western Kenya. Their research revealed a sophisticated criminal network operating with precision and violence. Backed by the Intelligence Bureau, the DCI’s Operation Action Team swiftly pursued the suspects. The post Police Foil Eastleigh Robbery, Arrest Kenyan and Ugandan Robbery Gang with AK-47 and Pistols appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago DCI welcomes conviction of 2 suspects in 2019 Dusit D2 terror attack

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 23 – The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has welcomed the conviction of two suspects in the 2019 Dusit D2 terror attack in Nairobi. The two were found guilty of conspiracy to commit a terrorist act and facilitation of a terrorist act contrary to Section 9A of the Prevention of Terrorism Act. […] The post DCI welcomes conviction of 2 suspects in 2019 Dusit D2 terror attack appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 w. ago Donation from Gachagua at Center of Probe into Nyahururu Priest’s Death

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) are pursuing critical leads into the suspicious death of Fr. John Maina, a priest at Igwamiti Parish in Nyahururu. Early findings suggest the attack may have been linked to a donation he allegedly received from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. According to DCI reports, unknown individuals had trailed the priest and demanded a share of the funds he reportedly received during a church event on April 27, which Gachagua and several politicians attended. Fr. Maina had allegedly expressed concern for his safety before his death, although he never filed a formal police complaint. “Fr. Maina was being trailed by individuals demanding a The post Donation from Gachagua at Center of Probe into Nyahururu Priest’s Death appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago Peter Salasya Speaks Out on Violent Arrest, Blasts Top Police Chiefs

Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya did not hold back as he sharply criticized top police officials just a day after securing his release on cash bail. Speaking to a crowd in Limuru, Kiambu County, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, Salasya accused Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Director Mohamed Amin of misusing taxpayer money by deploying dozens of officers to arrest him. The Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) legislator, who has declared his intention to run for president in 2027, warned the police leaders to respect the constitutional independence of their offices. He urged them to resist political interference and uphold The post Peter Salasya Speaks Out on Violent Arrest, Blasts Top Police Chiefs appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 w. ago Gachagua dares DCI to arrest him at Wamunyoro home if accused of any wrongdoing

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 19 – Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dared the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to arrest him at his Wamunyoro home if he is accused of any wrongdoing ‘punishable by law.’ While stating that he has not received any summons so far, Gachagua stated that he will not be cowed or […] The post Gachagua dares DCI to arrest him at Wamunyoro home if accused of any wrongdoing appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 w. ago Drama as Trans Nzoia residents protest, deflate EACC, DCI vehicles over Natembeya home raid

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 19 – There was drama after Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives raided Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s Milimani home in Kitale on Monday. Following this, residents protested as they vandalized and deflated EACC vehicles over what they termed as harassment of the Governor. A crowd […] The post Drama as Trans Nzoia residents protest, deflate EACC, DCI vehicles over Natembeya home raid appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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