Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations have successfully foiled a planned robbery targeting a senior military officer in Kitengela, following credible intelligence provided by members of the public.
According to the DCI, the intelligence-led operation led to the arrest of six suspects believed to be part of a criminal syndicate targeting serving Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) service members and civilian accomplices.
“On Monday, March 23, 2026, detectives received credible intelligence about an imminent robbery and placed the suspects under close surveillance, monitoring their movements and preparations ahead of the planned attack,” DCI said.
DCI detectives moved swiftly to secure the KDF officer’s residence before arresting a female suspect believed to be part of the gang, who had approached the gate under the pretext of seeking access.
“On the D day, the suspects arrived in a black Toyota Harrier (registration number KCR 809K), while a Toyota Ractis (registration number KCM 804L) remained nearby with a driver on standby. A female suspect alighted from the Harrier and approached the main gate under the pretext of seeking access. Detectives, who had already secured the area, moved in and arrested her, prompting the swift interception of both vehicles by backup teams,” DCI stated.
The six suspects arrested are include Charles Kiio Matata, a KDF sergeant stationed at Kahawa Garrison; David Ng’aa Mwangangi, a civilian mechanic attached to the KDF at Kahawa Barracks; Samuel Agango Odoyo, a KDF service member currently on interdiction; Alex Mumo Kisilu of Umoja; Richard Mwania Muasya of Tala; and Stella Nzuki Mweni of Umoja Inner Core.
They remain in custody undergoing processing and interrogation.
During a search at the scene, officers recovered items believed to have been intended for use in the robbery, including KDF jungle uniforms, military boots, a crowbar, a claw hammer, a knife, pliers and multiple mobile phones.
The scene has been processed, and investigations are ongoing to establish the full scope of the syndicate’s activities and possible links to other criminal incidents.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) reaffirmed its commitment to dismantling organised criminal networks and ensuring all individuals involved in criminal activities, regardless of status, are brought to justice.
