Sergeant Antony Ndegwa Anwal
Corporal Daniel Lekakeny Sunkuli
Constable Simon Macharia Maina
Constable Antony Mwenda
Lukas Magwaga
Young Wakise
The theft incident revolves around the disappearance of Sh2.2 million. Sergeant Antony Ndegwa Anwal, Corporal Daniel Lekakeny Sunkuli, Constable Simon Macharia Maina, Constable Antony Mwenda, Lukas Magwaga, and Young Wakise. The money was meant to pay casual workers at Rophine International School. The theft was reported to the police, prompting an investigation by the DCI.
Details of the Arrest
On June 6, 2024, a team of DCI officers from Nairobi Area and Kayole arrested the suspects at the Kasarani Police Station public parking. The suspects included four police officers and two civilians.
Court Proceedings
The DCI requested the Nairobi magistrate court to detain the suspects for 14 days pending the completion of the investigation. However, the court granted a four-day detention period.
Suspects and Charges
The suspects are:
- Sergeant Antony Ndegwa Anwal
- Corporal Daniel Lekakeny Sunkuli
- Constable Simon Macharia Maina
- Constable Antony Mwenda
- Lukas Magwaga
- Young Wakise
They face charges of stealing from a locked motor vehicle, conspiracy to commit a felony, and handling stolen property.
The Complainant’s Account
Victor Peter Owino, an accountant at Rophine International School, withdrew Sh2,361,000 from Family Bank Utawala branch on June 3, 2024. He intended to use the money to pay casual workers. After withdrawing the cash, he drove to the school in Mihang’o, parked his car, and took Sh161,000 inside, leaving the rest in the locked vehicle. Upon returning, he found the remaining Sh2,200,000 missing.
CCTV Evidence
CCTV footage from the school revealed a silver saloon car with three occupants accessing Owino’s car and stealing the money. The vehicle’s registration number was identified as KCR 595D.
Money Recovered
During the arrest, the suspects were found with Sh468,000, suspected to be part of the stolen money. An inventory of the recovered cash was signed.
Official Duty Status
The four police officers involved were not on official duty at the time of the theft, raising questions about their actions.
Further Investigation Needs
The DCI requested an extension of the detention period to complete various aspects of the investigation, including apprehending other suspects, recovering the vehicle used in the crime, and tracing the remaining stolen money.
Potential Interference
The court was informed that releasing the suspects could lead to interference with the investigation due to their knowledge of the process. This risk justified their continued detention.
Lack of Abode
Concerns were raised about the civilians’ place of residence. The court feared they might go into hiding if released, delaying the investigation.
Next Steps in the Investigation
The DCI aims to recover the remaining stolen money and identify the M-Pesa shops where the money was allegedly deposited. Statements from these shops will be recorded.
CCTV Analysis
Experts from the DCI Headquarters will analyze the CCTV footage to compare and identify the suspects. This analysis is crucial for the investigation.
DCI’s Pursuit of Additional Suspects
The DCI is also working to apprehend other known suspects who are still at large.
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The Milimani Law Courts’ decision to detain the suspects highlights the seriousness of the case. The ongoing investigation aims to uncover all involved parties and recover the stolen money. The outcome of this case will set a precedent for handling similar incidents in the future.
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