15 people arrested following Tuesday's chaotic Mombasa protests
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-07-03 09:49:09

15 people arrested following Tuesday's chaotic Mombasa protests

Mombasa County Commissioner Mahmoud Noor condemned the violence and added that 15 people were arrested in connection with the chaos.

CJ Koome condemns use of excessive force during anti-finance bill protests
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-07-02 07:29:18

CJ Koome condemns use of excessive force during anti-finance bill protests

Koome noted that those who were injured and lost their lives were mainly young people whose lives were cut short before they could realise their full potential and dreams.

DCI pledges action against looters in Nairobi CBD protests
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-07-01 15:57:51

DCI pledges action against looters in Nairobi CBD protests

The DCI vowed to take action against those individuals, noting that while young people, the majority of them Gen Zs, exercised their democratic rights, criminals took advantage of the situation to loot businesses.

Finance Bill protests: What security agencies carrying out abductions are after
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-06-24 21:23:09

Finance Bill protests: What security agencies carrying out abductions are after

Former Chief Justice Willy Mutunga reveals what senior government officials are seeking to establish amid intense protests against the Finance Bill, 2024.

DCI in pursuit of man beating young boy in viral video
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-06-22 11:11:56

DCI in pursuit of man beating young boy in viral video

They identified the man as Kenneth Otieno and said he had gone into hiding with the son after learning that he was being trailed.

Worldcoin to resume Kenya operations after police drop investigation
  • Author: Reuters
  • Date: 2024-06-20 12:41:47

Worldcoin to resume Kenya operations after police drop investigation

Worldcoin is being rolled out by Tools for Humanity, a company co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Its website says it has signed up 5.7 million users across more than 160 countries.

DCI upgrades system to reduce Police Clearance Certificate processing time
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-06-19 12:20:17

DCI upgrades system to reduce Police Clearance Certificate processing time

The system known as the Multi-Biometric Identification System (MBIS) aims to reduce processing time from 14 days to just one day.

DCI chief declares major victory over "wash wash" cartels
  • Author: Erick Kariuki
  • Date: 2024-06-14 07:19:38

DCI chief declares major victory over "wash wash" cartels

The fight against the "wash wash" intensified after Kenya was grey-listed in February 2024 by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)

FBI director Christopher Wray visits Kenya as anti-crime war intensifies
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-06-12 15:24:03

FBI director Christopher Wray visits Kenya as anti-crime war intensifies

Wray said his visit was largely to get Kenya's perspective as a continental leader on the threats facing the region and discuss more ways of collaboration.

DCI recommends murder charges for ex-Gor Mahia footballer Collins Okoth
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-06-03 18:04:44

DCI recommends murder charges for ex-Gor Mahia footballer Collins Okoth

Collins Okoth alias Gattuso has been police custody since 23rd April for alleged rape and murder of a minor

Human Rights activist calls on DCI chief Amin to take lead in Marsabit femicide inquiry
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-05-16 18:45:24

Human Rights activist calls on DCI chief Amin to take lead in Marsabit femicide inquiry

The activist said DCI should take over the femicide case and order the suspects arrested for the offence to ensure justice for the victims' families.

Pistol used in Eastleigh shooting traced to serial robbery spree
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-05-02 21:28:11

Pistol used in Eastleigh shooting traced to serial robbery spree

The ballistics experts found out that a spent cartridge recovered at the scene was fired from the Ceska pistol that was recovered from Osoro's home in Greenpark Estate.

One arrested as 3,000 bhang sticks recovered in Kwale
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-04-20 18:23:51

One arrested as 3,000 bhang sticks recovered in Kwale

Detectives emphasized the seriousness of the fight against drug trafficking and called on all individuals engaged in illegal activities to surrender

Ex-sports CS Echesa moves to court to stop DCI, DPP from arresting, charging him
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-04-16 21:42:57

Ex-sports CS Echesa moves to court to stop DCI, DPP from arresting, charging him

Echesa says he is likely to be arrested on allegations of self-abduction

DCI arrests 41 suspects in Nairobi fuel siphoning syndicate
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-04-13 12:02:44

DCI arrests 41 suspects in Nairobi fuel siphoning syndicate

During the operation, five tankers were discovered at the site, containing over 17,020 litres of diesel and 6,110 litres of petrol.

Fake doctor arrested in Kayole after defrauding patient sh60,000 with false liver diagnosis
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-04-12 16:38:20

Fake doctor arrested in Kayole after defrauding patient sh60,000 with false liver diagnosis

The victim was diagnosed with a liver disorder and provided a prescription.

Suspect in Sh151 million scam arrested in Nairobi CBD after evading JKIA trap
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-04-05 13:20:33

Suspect in Sh151 million scam arrested in Nairobi CBD after evading JKIA trap

The Congolese citizen, who had arrived from Entebbe, Uganda, attempted to enter the country illegally. 

Court orders prosecution of British soldier who shot fleeing Kenyan dead
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-04 16:25:13

Court orders prosecution of British soldier who shot fleeing Kenyan dead

Testimonies by military officers who were working at Batuk at the time linked Sgt Maddison to the crime.

Manhunt launched for suspect fleeing to Mombasa after robbing businessman
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-03-29 17:00:18

Manhunt launched for suspect fleeing to Mombasa after robbing businessman

Within less than five minutes, the suspects managed to snatch a bag containing Sh900,000 and another USD15,000.

Taxi drivers raise fraud concerns against private firm charging for Certificate of Good Conduct
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-03-27 19:28:22

Taxi drivers raise fraud concerns against private firm charging for Certificate of Good Conduct

Delays in renewing the Certificate of Good Conduct have seen drivers use the services of a company known as Peleza, but the DCI says it has no partnership with the organisation.

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