Security operations in Kenya’s Coast region have received a significant boost after detectives arrested two suspects and recovered a loaded AK-47 rifle during an intelligence-led operation in Mombasa. Arrests and Incident Background In a statement issued on Tuesday, February 25, 2026, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) identified the suspects…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has issued a clarification dismissing reports that one of its officers died at its Nairobi Headquarters. Clarification on False Reports In a statement shared on Monday, February 23, 2026, the agency confirmed the death of Corporal James Muiruri Mburu, who was attached to the…
Kenya’s war against criminal gangs has gained fresh momentum after the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) confirmed the capture of a notorious fugitive in Mtwapa, Kilifi County. Arrest in Mtwapa In a statement shared on X on Monday, February 23, 2026, the DCI announced the arrest of a man described…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has revealed details surrounding the death of George Otobe, also known as Omundu, a boda boda rider who was killed during a political rally in Mbale town, Vihiga County, on Saturday. Incident Details According to the DCI, Otobe, a resident of Kisumu County, allegedly…
A fresh intelligence report presented to Kenya’s parliament has revealed that more than 1,000 Kenyans have joined the Russian army in Ukraine, many of them allegedly tricked into signing military contracts under false pretenses. Findings from Investigations The joint investigation by the National Intelligence Service (NIS) and the Directorate of…
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has revealed what he described as a disturbing network of rogue government officials colluding with human trafficking syndicates to recruit and facilitate the movement of Kenyans to fight in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Findings from Joint Investigation Speaking in Parliament, Ichung’wah said a joint…
Nairobi, Kenya – Detectives from Kilimani have successfully recovered a Glock 19 pistol and two magazines loaded with 30 rounds of ammunition in a sting operation that concluded in the Kangemi area of Dagoretti North. The recovery followed the arrest of four suspects Alex Agar, Harrison Oyuoma, Dan Karani, and…
Mtito Andei, Kenya – Detectives have arrested three persons of interest accused of extorting money from bar owners and members of the public in Mtito Andei town, following swift police action prompted by victim reports. In a statement on Saturday, February 7, 2026, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) revealed…
Homa Bay County, Kenya – A primary school head teacher accused of killing a retired teacher and his wife in a land dispute has been arrested after surrendering to police in Rangwe. Peter Angon’g, the head teacher of Onyege Comprehensive School in Kagan Ward, is accused of murdering Joseph Ooko…
Nairobi, Kenya – Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have recovered a high-end vehicle that had reportedly been stolen from a garage in Nairobi, following a dramatic chase along Mombasa Road. Vehicle Disappears from Garage According to the DCI, the Mercedes-Benz GLK350d vanished from Spring Valley garage, where…