Detectives in Imenti North have arrested three suspects linked to an alleged fraud scheme that siphoned more than Sh22.4 million from a savings and credit cooperative society (SACCO).

According to investigators, the fraud involved the manipulation of the SACCO’s computerized financial systems, enabling the suspects to divert funds intended for members.

Police identified Allan Karani, an ICT Assistant Officer at the SACCO, as the alleged mastermind behind the scheme. Investigations indicate that several accounts linked to individuals and a company were used to receive and withdraw the stolen funds.

The accounts are reportedly associated with Tony Mwenda, Sharon Kendi, Brivin Dentel and Mawingu Plus Ltd.

The first arrest in the case was made on June 4, 2026, when detectives apprehended Tony Mwenda and obtained custodial orders to facilitate further investigations.

A subsequent operation conducted on June 10 led to the arrest of Allan Karani, Betty Kanana and Sharon Kendi.

During the operation, detectives recovered several mobile phones and a company laptop believed to contain crucial evidence. The devices have been seized for forensic examination as investigators seek to establish the full scope of the fraud and identify additional suspects.

Preliminary findings suggest the scheme involved multiple individuals who allegedly exploited the SACCO’s electronic systems to siphon funds over a period of time.

The three suspects remain in police custody and are expected to be arraigned in court once investigations are complete.

Authorities said investigations are ongoing and have not ruled out further arrests as they work to uncover the full network behind the alleged fraud.

The case highlights growing concerns over cyber-enabled financial crimes targeting cooperative societies and other financial institutions, with investigators seeking to recover the lost funds and hold those responsible accountable.