DCI Arrests Man in Ksh200M Karen Land Scam

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested a suspect accused of fraudulently acquiring a Ksh200 million parcel of land in Karen, Nairobi. According to investigators, the suspect forged a deed of gift to unlawfully take over the property.

Complainant Alerts Police After Detecting Fraud

The case began when a complainant informed police that she had legally purchased the land from its rightful owner, who had since died. The deceased owner however had inherited the property from her late mother.
In addition, the suspect allegedly created forged documents claiming the same land had been gifted to him by the deceased, prompting the complainant to seek police intervention.

Investigations Confirm Forged Deed of Gift

After receiving the report, detectives promptly launched investigations. They uncovered evidence showing that the suspect falsified the deed of gift to support his alleged ownership.
Moreover, investigators identified multiple inconsistencies in the documents, confirming that no such gifting ever occurred.

ODPP Approves Charges After Reviewing File

Detectives then submitted the evidence to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) for review.
After an independent evaluation, the ODPP approved charges of forgery and uttering false documents. This approval cleared the way for the suspect’s prosecution.

DCI Tracks and Arrests Suspect in Nairobi

Once the ODPP authorized the charges, DCI officers from the Land Fraud Investigations Unit (LFIU) launched a manhunt.
Consequently, they arrested the suspect at Bruce House in Nairobi using forensic leads to trace his movements.

“He is now in custody, undergoing processing ahead of his arraignment,” the DCI stated.

DCI Issues Warning Amid Rising Land Fraud Cases

The DCI stressed that the arrest demonstrates its firm commitment to fighting land fraud. Furthermore, the agency warned individuals involved in property scams that they will face full legal consequences.

Recent Arrests Highlight Growing Trend

This arrest comes only three days after detectives apprehended three suspects for allegedly attempting to fraudulently transfer a National Social Security Fund (NSSF) property worth Ksh350 million in Athi River.
Investigators said the suspects falsely claimed NSSF had sold the 3.043-hectare parcel to them.