DCI detectives have arrested seven suspects in Kileleshwa, Nairobi who are believed to be involved in a mega gold scam that targeted two Malaysian nationals.

The operation, conducted by sleuths from DCI’s Operations Support Unit (OSU), led to the recovery of multiple tools of trade involved in the KSh2.85 billion botched fraudulence.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) reports that they received intelligence report through Kilimani Sub-County Criminal Investigations Officer on the scamming deal planned against the two foreign men.

How gold scammers were arrested

The OSU then deployed a surveillance team after the two victims jetted in the country.

Reportedly, the scammers using Rock Africa Minier Company, had contacted the complainants as from October 19, 2023 through a social media platform.

“The suspects had alleged to transact with them 500Kg of Gold at USD 19 million equivalent to Sh2.85 billion. In the deal, the complainants had already sent USD 6,350 to members of the gang based in Cameroon who referred the two to their Kenyan accomplices,” says the DCI.

The suspects were trailed as they picked the two foreigners from their hotel Four Points By Sheraton along Argwings Kodhek Road in Kilimani using a Toyota Noah Reg No. KCW 835U.

According to the DCI, they were taken to an office in a private house along Mageta Road within Kileleshwa where the surveillance team followed closely before the main gate was shut locking them out.

“As the sleuths stealthily gained entry into the compound, some suspects jumped over the fence at the back side of the compound, leading to a chase that saw 7 of them arrested including two escapees.

Identity of suspects arrested

The suspects arrested included two G4S security guards. They are; Didier Muke (a Congolese with a pending case and passport deposited in court), Brian Otiende, Patrick Otieno, Joshua Ngandi, Charles Vincent Njerenga (whisked from a getaway bike and in hospital), Mark Kabete (G4S) and Ken Kiboi (G4S).

The scene was processed and several exhibits recovered including metallic boxes, 84 gold coated metallic bars, smelting tools, computers, documents and stamps for Ace Point International Limited and assorted G4S uniforms.

Also recovered and believed to be proceeds of crime include the following motor vehicles: a)Toyota Noah white in colour Reg no. KCW 835U b)Toyota Crown black in colour Reg no. KDB 090W c)Mercedes Benz white in colour Reg no. KCQ 138T. d)Toyota G-Touring white in colour Reg no. KAX 260R e)Toyota double cab Reg no. KCH 622T branded G4S.

All exhibits secured as the suspects are being processed for arraignment tomorrow.