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KRA confirms ownership of vehicle ‘stolen’ by former Trident Insurance lawyer

by Daily Trends
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The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has confirmed the ownership of a vehicle allegedly stolen by Rueben Urbanus Kioko, a former lawyer at Trident Insurance.

KRA presented a document in court confirming the contested vehicle is owned by Muus Kenya Limited. 

“The vehicle, KAH 113S is owned by Muus Kenya Limited,” said a KRA representative when he presented the document at Milimani law Court.

Kioko, who appeared before Magistrate Hon Ben Mark Ekhubi at Milimani Law Courts in Nairobi, October 8th, 2024, is accused of stealing a motor vehicle, a Hyundai valued at Sh 300,000, from Capitol Hill Towers in March 2023.

He was released on a bond of Sh 500,000 or an alternative cash bail of Sh 200,000 after denying the charge filed against him by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Igonga.

The charge against Kioko had been drawn by the Officer Commanding Capitol Hill Police Station, Nairobi and sent for authentication to the DPP’s office.

The advocate was arrested on April 30, 2024, and released on a police cash bail after recording a statement under inquiry. The Capitol Hill Police Station boss directed Kioko to appear before court to take a plea on May 10, 2024, but he was charged on May 16, 2024.

Rueben Urbanus Kioko, a former lawyer at Trident Insurance

Kioko has now obtained orders from the High Court to stay the proceedings.

“Criminal proceedings before the Chief Magistrate’s Court at Milimani in Criminal case E503 of 2024 are hereby suspended until the hearing and determination of this petition,” according to a court order dated September 30th, 2024.

The lawyer was dismissed from Trident Insurance due to allegations of gross abuse of office, professional misconduct and mismanagement of the insurance firm.

It is alleged that he allocated 70% of office work to friends- 70% to his own firm that goes under the style of Urbanus K & Associates Advocates- sabotaged the company’s insurance business with county governments, and approved unauthorized claims for 48 accident victims who were not insured by Trident.

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DCI boss Mohamed Amin during a past event. PHOTO/@DCI_Kenya
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‘We thought he is Francis Gaitho’- DCI on Why They Abducted Journalist Macharia Gaitho

by Daily Trends
written by Daily Trends

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has issued a statement clarifying on why the mistakenly arrested veteran journalist Macharias Gaitho.

Mistaken for Francis Gaitho

In a statement released on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, through the National Police Service, the anti-crime agency says its officers had mistaken Macharia Gaitho for Francis Gaitho, whom they say is a subject of their investigation.

Veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho arrested
Veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho. PHOTO/Courtesy

“The National Police Service would like to clarify to the public that this morning, we arrested journalist Macharia Gaitho in a case of mistaken identity, meant for the arrest of Francis Gaitho who is our subject of investigation. We reiterate that as a Service, we do not target journalists in any way, and today’s incident is highly regrettable.

“The National Police Service remains committed to working with the media while discharging our mandate of promoting accountability and transparency,” the statement reads.

Macharia Gaitho was on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, abducted inside Karen police station where he had driven to after noticing suspicious people in a Subaru of registration number KCB 847F, trailing him.

Macharia Gaitho roughed up

Gaitho was, however, followed to the police station by the unknown people, who roughed him up and bundled him in a waiting probox, and drove away with him as police officers at Karen Police Station watched.

He was later released after the DCI said the arrest was as a result of a mistaken identity.

Francis Gaitho’s problem

Francis Gaitho who is a popular X user on Monday, July 15, 2024, caught the attention of DCI after he disputed the identity of the prime suspect in the murder of women whose bodies were recovered at a dumpsite in Kware, Pipleline, in Embakasi South.

“The DCI have released the name and photo of Collins Jomaisu Khalisia as the so-called “serial-killer” linked to the bodies found at Kware dumpsite. However there’s no public records of such a name but cross-referencing the image on X reveals that his real name is Jairus Onkundi, a graduate from Meru University of Science and Technology,” Francis Gaitho stated.

Francis Gaitho has since confirmed that he is in touch with his lawyer, after being mentioned by the DCI.

“Thank you for all the messages of concern. I’m truly humbled. As a law abiding citizen, I’m currently in-touch with my legal counsel on how to proceed. Warm regards,” he stated.

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Veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho arrested
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Veteran Journalist Macharia Gaitho Abducted at a Police Station, Freed After Uproar

by Daily Trends
written by Daily Trends

Veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho was on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, abducted inside Karen police station where he had driven to after noticing suspicious people in a Subaru of registration number KCB 847F, trailing him.

Macharia Gaitho roughed up

Gaitho was, however, followed to the police station by the unknown people, who roughed him up and bundled him in a waiting probox, and drove away with him as police officers at Karen Police Station watched.

The incident was captured on camera by Gaitho’s son who was with him at the time they were being trailed.

Macharia Gaitho released

After the video went viral on social media and caught the attention of the media, the veteran journalist was set free.

The probox which bears the registration details of KBC 725J that had driven away with him went back to Karen Police Station, dropped him and drove away.

Macharia Gaitho’s daughter Anita Gaitho has since confirmed the release of her father.

She says they have filed an abduction report at the police station.

“I’m with my dad Macharia Gaitho. He’s just been brought to Karen police station by the car that abducted him. He’s safe although they roughed him up a bit. We’re making the abduction report right now,” Anita said.

Anita has also stated that the abductors of her father had guns and handcuffs but refused to identify themselves while forcefully making the arrest.

Mistaken identity

She further notes that the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has confirmed that indeed the abductors were their officers, and that the arrest was as a result of a mistaken identity.

“The DCIO here have confirmed that the abductors are indeed their own DCI. They claim that it is a case of mistaken identity. They’re trying to make it difficult for us to make the report, asking us to go make it at DCI headquarters. They want us to report them to themselves?” she stated.

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NTSA national crackdown
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NTSA Crackdown: 14 Seater Matatu Found Carrying 31 Students, Driver Escapes

by Mustafa Juma
written by Mustafa Juma

National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) officers are looking for a PSV driver who escaped after his 14-seater matatu was found carrying 31 students in Meru County.

According to NTSA, the students were on Saturday, March 30 coming from Tharaka Nithi County travelling back home following closure of schools.

The vehicle that belongs to Meru Nissan Sacco was towed to a nearby police station for further action.

Alternative transport arrangements were made for the learners who were allowed to proceed with their journey.

NTSA has urged drivers and school management entrusted with the safety of school children to understand their responsibility.

NTSA on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, kicked of a nationwide crackdown that saw several vehicles and motorcycles impounded.

NTSA teamed up with the National Police Service to erect roadblocks on major highways in a multiagency operation that nabbed several traffic offenders.

Many motorists were caught unaware during NTSA road safety compliance checks across several counties.

Pedestrians along major roads in Nairobi who failed to use pedestrian crossing bridges were not spared.

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Guard Force Number (GFN) by Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSRA)
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Explosive Scandal: Private Security Firms Allege Multi-Billion Shilling Scam in Govt’s Planned Private Security ID

by Daily Trends
written by Daily Trends

Private  Security Companies and their associations  have expressed concerns about the issuance of Guard Force Number (GFN) by Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSRA), which could potentially lead to a multi-billion shilling scandal.

All employees in the private security sector, including guards, bouncers, consultants, close protection officers, and others, are required to attend training at institutions licensed by PSRA to obtain the  security ID called GFN.

There are between 1.2 million to 2 million employees in this sector, and the training costs between Kes 10,000 to Kes 12,000 Kes.

It leaves alot of unanswered questions regarding the high cost of this government ID, which could potentially cost all security more than Kes 12 billion. Additionally, it is unclear who the beneficial owners of the training institutions are.

There are concerns that a government institution is charging for such services, with the money being paid to a private security company. It is also worrying that guards are expected to pay for personal numbers, while NSSF and NHIF Numbers are never charged.

There are reports that PSRA CEO, Fazul Mohammed, has shares in several licensed security training schools via proxies and that he is allegedly pressuring security companies to get training from his security training schools, potentially making him one of the key beneficiaries.

So far, PSRA has not only  forced security bouncers from hospitality clubs, lounges and Security Bouncers Association to get training from the same  schools but has also reached out to Universities.

Even highly trained security directors and general managers are being forced to get training from these schools located in Eldoret, Mombasa, Nakuru, and Nairobi.

We are reading Mischief because Fazul Mohammed  is the only CEO or Director running a whole Government Institution without a fully constituted PSRA Board. He also continues to make serious National Private Security Industry decisions without any Industry Stakeholders Consultation and engagement.

It is equally worrying that neither the PS nor CS has spoken out against these unprofessional and unethical practices, and there have been reports of threats against anyone who dares to speak out as well as claims that he has full backing from the President and Chief of Staff.

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Kelvin Kiptum
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Mystery Surrounding Marathon Star Kelvin Kiptum’s Tragic Fate Unravels as Three Suspects Are Apprehended

by Daily Trends
written by Daily Trends

Police have apprehended three individuals suspected of visiting the residence of world marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum just days before his fatal accident.

The trio, yet to be identified, was initially held at Kaptagat Police Station in Elgeyo Marakwet County, later being transferred to Iten for further interrogation.

Detectives in Elgeyo Marakwet County, the hometown of the late athlete, are intensively questioning the suspects to ascertain the purpose of their visit.

The investigation was prompted by Kiptum’s father, Samson Cheruiyot, who raised concerns about four strangers appearing at their home in Chepsamo village, Kaptarakwa ward, Keiyo South Constituency, Elgeyo Marakwet County, just four days before the tragic accident.

The three out of four individuals suspected of visiting the residence of world marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum just days before his fatal accident. Photo/Courtesy/NTV.

Earlier, it was revealed that all four individuals had been summoned for questioning by the Elgeyo Marakwet County Criminal Investigations Officer.

Mr. Cheruiyot, adamant about a thorough inquiry, positively identified the three suspects at Kaptagat Police Station, where the vehicle they used was also seized for further examination.

The investigation aims to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the marathon star’s untimely demise.

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Dennis Onsarigo's take on Jowie verdict
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Unraveling the Enigma: Dennis Onsarigo’s Inquisitive Dive into Monica Kimani’s Murder Verdict

by Daily Trends
written by Daily Trends

Seasoned journalist Dennis Onsarigo has delved into the intricacies of the Monica Kimani murder case, offering a thought-provoking perspective on the verdict delivered by Lady Justice Grace Nzioka.

Onsarigo’s musings raise compelling questions about the guilt of Joseph Irungu, popularly known as Jowie, and the innocence of journalist Jacque Maribe.

Exploring the Lack of Evidence

Onsarigo begins by scrutinizing the evidence presented during the trial, questioning whether there were any documented threats made by Jowie towards Monica Kimani.

He challenges the narrative by probing Monica’s circle of friends for any indications of Jowie’s violent tendencies or previous altercations.

The Crime Scene and Witnesses

A key aspect of Onsarigo’s analysis revolves around the crime scene itself. Were there any witnesses who heard disturbances or screams from Monica’s apartment? What insights did neighbors provide regarding Monica’s past guests and movements? Onsarigo dissects the details, searching for clues that could shed light on the events leading up to the tragic incident.

The Missing Puzzle Pieces

Onsarigo explores the apparent gaps in the prosecution’s case, questioning the motive behind Jowie’s actions. He wonders about the significance of a “small drop of blood” found on Jowie’s shorts, raising eyebrows about the selective disposal of evidence.

A snippet photo of journalist Jacque Maribe and Joseph Irungu Jowie in court. Photo/Courtesy.

The journalist also highlights the discrepancy in Jowie burning some clothing items but not others, leaving readers to ponder the potential reasons behind such actions.

Crime of Passion or Staged Murder

Onsarigo’s social media post delves into the heart of the matter, contemplating whether Monica’s murder was a crime of passion or a meticulously staged event. He raises questions about Jowie’s possible motives and contemplates whether the prosecution was presented with a prepared crime scene, complete with a dining set.

The Silent Victim

Onsarigo concludes his piece with a poignant reflection on the absence of Monica Kimani’s voice in the trial. Despite the verdict, he emphasizes that Monica, from her grave, has not spoken during the proceedings, leaving room for speculation and uncertainty.

Dennis Onsarigo’s insightful take on the Monica Kimani murder case prompts readers to critically evaluate the evidence, question the motives, and consider alternative scenarios.

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Dennis Itumbi and Jacque Maribe
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Monica Kimani Murder: Itumbi Romantically Embraces Maribe in Court as he Celebrates Her Acquittal

by Mustafa Juma
written by Mustafa Juma

Kenyans witnessed an emotional and heartwarming scene in court as journalist Jacque Maribe was acquitted of murder charges in the Monica Kimani case.

The spotlight, however, shifted towards Dennis Itumbi, whose passionate reaction has since gone viral.

In a video capturing the moment, Itumbi can be seen tightly embracing Maribe just after Lady Justice Grace Nzioka announced the verdict of her acquittal.

The genuine display of joy and relief has resonated with many, as Itumbi took to his official X account to pen a heartfelt message for Maribe.

“Jacque Maribe is FREE! Maribe DID NOT kill Monica. Daaamn! I feel so vindicated!” Itumbi exclaimed in his post, shedding light on the six-year-long journey Maribe endured – a journey marked by shadows and unjust chains.

Itumbi’s message didn’t shy away from addressing what he referred to as a “rogue” DCI boss, George Kinoti, who allegedly used Maribe as a pawn in his pursuit of sensational headlines.

The post emphasized the truth’s brilliance, dispelling the darkness created by “Kinoti’s lies” and a scripted narrative aimed solely at media attention.

“Today, the truth has unveiled its brilliance, dispelling the darkness. The darkness of Kinoti lies and outright script aimed for Media headlines and nothing else,” Itumbi passionately wrote.

He likened Maribe to a phoenix, encouraging her to rise from the ashes, emphasizing that while time may have been lost, the essence of her being remains untouched.

Itumbi extended collective hands on behalf of friends, welcoming her back to the embrace of freedom.

In a show of unwavering support, Itumbi declared, “Let the record reflect that you have always been INNOCENT. The system failed you, and the rogue people who added you in this case just for headlines and creation of a circus should answer, and you must not let them walk out of the mess without questions.”

Acknowledging the pain Monica’s family endured, Itumbi expressed hopes for comfort to fill their hearts beyond the pursuit of justice.

To Jacqueline Maribe, he concluded with a powerful message, “There is a reason storms are named after women. Storms, like focused women, cannot be stopped. You are a lovely storm! Be blessed.”

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Jowie and Jacque Maribe
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Breaking News: Jowie Convicted in Monica Kimani Murder Case, Jacque Maribe Acquitted

by Mustafa Juma
written by Mustafa Juma

Joshua Irungu, popularly known as Jowie, has been found guilty of the murder of Nairobi businesswoman Monica Kimani, a case that sent shockwaves through the community in 2018.

Lady Justice Grace Nzioka delivered the verdict, highlighting crucial details that led to Jowie’s conviction.

She emphasized that the prosecution successfully demonstrated that Jowie, a security personnel, committed the heinous crime.

Despite Jowie’s initial denial of any acquaintance with the deceased, the court, relying on the testimony of Kimani’s brother and cell phone records, concluded that Jowie did know Monica Kimani before her tragic death.

According to Kimani’s brother, they spent a night at Monica’s home on August 30, 2018.

The judge stated, “The 1st accused (Jowie Irungu) claimed he did not know the deceased at all. George Kimani, the deceased’s brother submitted that Jowie and Monica Kimani were in the same class in 2002 taking the same course in hotel and beverage management.”

The court invoked the Doctrine of Last Seen, agreeing with the prosecution’s evidence that Jowie was the last person seen with Monica Kimani before her demise. This legal doctrine assumes that the person last seen with the deceased is responsible for their death, placing the onus on the accused to provide an explanation.

Justice Nzioka further concurred with the prosecution’s assertion that Jowie used a firearm to intimidate Monica Kimani before her tragic death. Forensic evidence played a crucial role, establishing that the blood stains on Jowie’s shorts belonged to the businesswoman.

The court’s reliance on testimonies, cell phone records, and forensic evidence underscores the gravity of the situation.

The second accused, journalist Jacque Maribe has been acquitted and found not guilty of the murder of Monicah Kimani.

The court dropped the offense of misleading investigators on technicality that had been leveled against Maribe.

Lady Justice Nzioka cancelled Jowie’s bond and ordered that he remains in custody until March 8, when he will be sentenced.

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Boni Khalwale
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‘Humble’ Khalwale Vows to Cooperate as 20-Man DCI Squad From Nairobi Storm Malinya Home

by Daily Trends
written by Daily Trends

A team of twenty homicide detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on Friday January 2, visited the home of Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale in Malinya, Kakamega County.

The detectives are investigating the misery surrounding the death of Kizito Moi Amukune, Khalwale’s worker who died after allegedly being gored by a bull he was taking care of.

According to Khalwale, the late Amukune returned home while drunk, and the smell of the local brew that was similar to molasses might have attracted the bull that went ahead to attack him.

However, a section of Kenyans read foul play in the death, with Kakamega businessman Cleophas Shimanyula accusing Khalwale of murdering his worker then blaming it on the bull named Inasio.

The accusations attracted the attention of the DCI homicide detectives, who have now visited Khalwale’s Malinya home for the fourth time.

A team of DCI detectives from Malinya police station were the first to visit the home to carry out investigations, but the intensity of the matter attracted the attention of the detectives from the DCI headquarters from Kiambu Road, Nairobi.

Khalwale who spoke on the fourth day of the investigations said he was willingly ready to offer the detectives the maximum cooperation they need during their investigations.

He added that the detectives are awaiting for the second post-mortem for them to conclude their investigations.

“The National Director of Homicide Investigations Department, Martin Nyuguto, led a 20-man strong squad from Nairobi to lay bear the facts surrounding the sudden death of my fighter bull caretaker,'” Khalwale posted on X.

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DCI raid Dhahabu Microfinance Bank in Ruiru
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DCI Detectives Raid Dhahabu Microfinance Bank For Operating Illegally, One Director Joseph Kamau Arrested

by Daily Trends
written by Daily Trends

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on Monday, January 29 raided Dhahabu Microfinance Bank along the Eastern bypass.

Reports indicate that Dhahabu microfinance Bank that is located around Kamakis area has been operating without any licenses or regulatory approval.

During the operation, the detectives confiscated computers which are believed to be carrying vital evidence.

Other directors of Dhahabu Microfinance Bank are Lucy Murugi Kamengere, Eric Mwangi Kimani and Peter Kamau Maina.

One director, Joseph Chege Kamau was also arrested during the operation.

The firm also operates a real estate company called Dhahabu Land Limited.

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Boni Khalwale's Fighter Bull
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Senator Boni Khalwale’s Fighter Bull Kills His Shamba Boy

by Daily Trends
written by Daily Trends

Inasio, the prized bull belonging to Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale, has killed its dedicated caretaker and trainer, Kizito Moi, aged 46.

The unfortunate incident unfolded within the confines of the bull’s den, with Moi’s lifeless body discovered on Sunday, January 28, 2024, bearing severe injuries on the neck, stomach, back, head, and buttocks.

Moi, who had devoted 24 years of his life to working with Senator Khalwale, was passionately committed to the training and well-being of Inasio, the reigning champion of the renowned bullfighting contest in Ikolomani.

Inasio, a five-year-old bull weighing 120kg, had recently clinched the title of reigning champion on January 1, 2024.

Senator Khalwale, expressing his profound shock, remarked that such incidents are rare, recalling the last similar event in Ikolomani, which happened three decades ago.

The tragedy unfolded when Moi failed to appear for breakfast, raising concerns among his colleagues. Upon investigation, his lifeless body was discovered in the bull’s den.

Speaking about the incident, Senator Khalwale said, “My farm has two sides – the dairy part and the bull. The deceased was purely working on the side of the bull – training it and taking care of its wellbeing. In the morning, he failed to report to work, and everybody got concerned. My wife asked his colleagues to check on him from his house. But while they were heading to the house, they checked in the bull’s den, and that is when they discovered his body lying in a pool of blood.”

Austin Munasia, the treasurer of the Kakamega Bullfighting Association, has called for a thorough investigation into the incident, raising the possibility of foul play.

He suggested that the killer bull undergo traditional rituals in the bullfighting field, where people scramble for its body parts.

In line with the traditions of the Idakho and Isukha sub-tribes, when a bull participating in bullfighting kills a person, its body parts are shared while the animal is still alive.

Participants cut their share and run away until the bull falls dead, and the meat is then distributed randomly.

Senator Khalwale assured that the traditional process of managing such a disaster would commence promptly, with the conclusion slated for a day after the burial of the deceased.

He emphasized that the incident would be treated as an unfortunate accident, following all the laid-down procedures to leave nothing to chance.

According to tradition, individuals caring for bulls in bullfighting contests are typically bachelors without children. The politician assured that he was coordinating with Mr. Moi’s family members to ensure the deceased receives a decent send-off.

Bullfighting is a cultural sport common in Western Kenya especially Kakamega county where people breed bulls for the purpose of fighting competitions.

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Shock as Missing Woman’s Body is Found in a 3000-Litre Water Tank in Nyeri

by Daily Trends
written by Daily Trends

A family in Nyeri is still in shock after a body of their missing kin was found in a water tank.

The body of the woman identified as Sarah Wairuri aged 47 years was recovered in a 3000-litre water tank at her home.

The woman went missing four days ago in Kiruga village, Nyeri County.

According to reports, the deceased’s daughter informed the family that an unpleasant smell and flies were coming from the tank.

This forced the family to alert the authorities, who, on checking, recovered the body.

The family now wants police to speed up investigations to unravel the mystery surrounding Wairuri’s death.

Recently, there has been an outcry over an increase in the femicide cases across the country.

The most recent cases are the gruesome murders of Rita Waeni, a JKUAT student who was butchered at an Airbnb apartment in Roysambu, and Scarlet Wahu, a socialite who was murdered by John Matara at an apartment in South B.

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20-year-old woman whose dismembered body was discovered at a residential apartment in Nairobi’s Roysambu area
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Roysambu Murder: Residence of Rita Waeni’s Killer Revealed

by Mustafa Juma
written by Mustafa Juma

Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives have unmasked the area where the main suspect in the gruesome murder of JKUAT student Rita Waeni Muendo used to stay.

According to a detective who spoke in confidence to one of the leading local dailies, the main suspect was traced to Ruaka in the days leading to the incident.

The detective noted that the killer had also spent half of the day in Ruaka on the same day he met his victim, a clear indication that it was likely his area of residence.

He would then go to Roysambu where he booked an Airbnb apartment along TRM Drive.

Rita Waeni Muendo’s family said the 20-year-old left her aunt’s residence in Syokimau to meet with a friend.

Her father would later receive a message delivered from her phone number on Sunday at about 5:00am, demanding a ransom of Ksh. 500,000 within 24 hours to secure her release.

The family then reported the matter to the police and DCI for investigations.

The body parts of the student, who was due to join her fourth year of university, were discovered inside a trash bag in an Airbnb apartment in TRM Drive, Roysambu, by the caretaker on Sunday.

Her head was however missing.

Detectives are still searching for Ms Muendo’s head and her personal belongings including her clothes and mobile phone.

On Tuesday, police arrested a male foreign national at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on suspicion of being involved in the murder.

The suspect was travelling using a Mozambican passport and was intercepted before boarding a plane after he reportedly raised suspicion.

He was interrogated at the airport before being transferred to the Kasarani Police Station pending identification.

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Matiang’i Reveals How Nigerian Drug Dealers Have Confused Nairobi Girls

by Tiktoker
written by Tiktoker

The macabre killing of a young woman at an Airbnb in Nairobi continues to send shockwaves across the country.

Mutilated body parts of a 24-year-old woman were found stashed at a dustbin in Roysambu on Sunday, January 14. This was just a day after she checked into a rented apartment with an unidentified man, believed to be a Nigerian.

The woman, who has been identified by her family, was lured to her death through Instagram, with the guy promising her a good time.

Kenyans have taken to social media to not only grief the untimely demise of the university student but also to ask why Nigerian criminals are allowed to roam Nairobi carefree.

Roysambu, coincidentally the scene of the macabre killing, is a hotspot for Nigerian men, who spent their time committing online crimes and having good times with young Kenyan women.

The Roysambu murder is not the first crime to be linked to a Nigerian man. Former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i is on record questioning the presence of Nigerian men in Kenya.

In 2019, Matiang’i accused Nigerian men of confusing Kenyan girls to marry them.

“Drug dealers have come to Nairobi and they have confused our girls. They live with them and when police come to arrest them (drug dealers), they claim they are married to a Kenyan,” the no-nonsense CS said at the time.

Matiang’i led a crackdown on illegal immigrants, deporting hundreds of West Africans who were allegedly engaging in crime in Nairobi.

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MP Peter Salasya Freed on Sh50,000 Cash Bail Over Assault Case

by Mustafa Juma
written by Mustafa Juma

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has been set free after he had been apprehended following an assault against a Kakamega Member of County Assembly on Friday.

The controversial youthful lawmaker was freed on a Ksh.50,000 police cash bail and is set to appear in court on Tuesday, January 16.

Salsya is facing charges of assault, causing physical harm and creating a disturbance in a way that could lead to a breach of peace.

Salasya was on Friday caught on camera slapping Peter Walunya, the area MCA while attending a funeral in Mumias.

In a video that has since gone viral on social media platforms, Salasya is heard imploring the MCA to sit down and after he failed to comply, he landed on him with a hot slap.

The incident stirred mixed reactions on social media, with a section of Kenyans including politicians calling out the MP for his actions.

Police say that during the incident, two of Salasya’s security personnel allegedly fired shots into the air.

 

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