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Taxi driver seeks justice after violent Kilimani incident
Taxi driver Nelson Nyakoe recounts an alleged assault outside Black Samurai Lounge in Kilimani, Nairobi, as viral video outrage prompts
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Police nab alleged mastermind behind Nairobi fake money syndicate
During a search of the car, detectives discovered a locked metallic blue box hidden in the boot. Nyegesa refused to open it, prompting officers to escort him to the police station for further examination.
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Australia moves to tighten gun laws after Bondi terror attack kills 15
Australia will launch a major gun buyback and tighten licensing after a Bondi-area terror attack killed 15 people, as authorities move to cap firearm ownership and fast-track a national register.
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Former International footballer Mario Pineida shot dead in Ecuador
The horrific incident which also left another person dead and another wounded, highlights the escalating violence in Ecuador as the country faces a record number of homicides.
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13-year-old witness describes how uncle allegedly killed sister in Garissa
Giving chilling testimony, the minor described witnessing the incident while pretending to sleep. The accused, Shafa Bilal Shaklane, a community health volunteer, has denied the charges and was released on a Sh1 million bond.
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Nairobi targets 126 criminal gangs this festive season
Nairobi has long recorded some of the highest crime levels in Kenya. The 2025 Economic Survey by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics shows that the Nairobi City Police Command Station accounted for the largest share of reported crimes in 2024, with 9,717 cases, representing 9.6 percent of all national crimes. This was slightly lower than the 11,108 cases recorded in 2023.
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Community Health Volunteer charged with murder of 17-year-old niece in Garissa
A Garissa High Court has charged community health volunteer Shafa Bilal Shaklane with murdering his 17-year-old niece in Fafi. He pleaded not guilty as prosecutors prepare nine witnesses, including a protected child.
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Suspects named in Bondi Beach terror attack
The shooting, which occurred on Sunday, has shocked Australia and prompted renewed calls for stricter gun control laws.
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Man arrested in Mombasa over alleged fake Airbnb holiday listings
In a statement by the DCI on Tuesday, the suspect, identified as Brian Masika, was tracked down after a Nairobi resident lost Sh24,000 while trying to book a non-existent beach apartment.
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Man arrested in Sh200 million Karen land fraud case
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) stated that Okombo is suspected of creating fake documents suggesting the property had been gifted to him by its previous owner, who has since passed away.
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DCI seizes 1.8 tonnes of stolen coffee in Kimimini crackdown
According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, the operation led to the recovery of a substantial haul of stolen coffee and the detention of a suspect believed to be at the centre of the illegal trade.
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Police seize 69kg of suspected cannabis, arrest one in Teso South
Authorities said the cannabis was likely being transported for distribution within the region, but they did not reveal the intended destination or whether additional suspects are being sought.
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Police arrests nine suspected gang members in Kakamega intelligence raid
Police said the suspects are linked to multiple incidents involving attacks on officers and vandalism in the locality. The weapons recovered during the raid have been secured as critical evidence for ongoing investigations.
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Community action helps police retrieve AK-47 and G3 rifles in two counties
In Embobut, Marakwet East, a local resident handed over a loaded AK-47 rifle containing three rounds of ammunition to the nearby police station on Thursday. The surrender is part of ongoing disarmament efforts aimed at reducing the presence of illegal firearms in Elgeyo Marakwet County.
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Court detains two, frees one on bond in terror financing case
Three suspects were arraigned at Kahawa Law Courts over alleged IS East Africa terror-financing via mobile money and crypto-linked accounts, as Kenya intensifies efforts to disrupt extremist funding networks.
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Seven arrested over Kariobangi North church chaos
The National Police Service has arrested seven suspects over the November 30 disturbance at Kariobangi North PCEA Church and appealed to Kenyans for confidential tips to support ongoing investigations.
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Kirinyaga detectives arrest three suspects over murder of Jackline Kathuri
Detectives in Kirinyaga East have arrested three men over the brutal murder of Jackline Waruguru Kathuri, whose burned and mutilated body was found in a Ninga-ini village thicket.
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EACC targets KIHBT, NTSA officials in alleged exam bribery scheme
EACC searched KIHBT Kisii Campus and homes of KIHBT and NTSA officials over an alleged exam bribery syndicate, arresting an instructor and seizing cash as investigations continue.
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EACC arrests three labour officers at JKIA over Sh34,000 bribe
EACC arrested three Ministry of Labour officials at JKIA for allegedly extorting Sh500 per migrant worker, recovering Sh34,000. The operation targets bribery affecting Kenyans seeking jobs in the Middle East.
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Kilifi woman loses Sh3.9m as detectives arrest suspected crypto fraudster in Nakuru
Masese is expected to face a list of charges touching on both financial and digital crime. Investigators confirmed that he will answer to cases of money laundering, fraud, unauthorised SIM card registration, obtaining money by false pretence, and conspiracy to defraud.
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Police arrest two suspected burglars in Kisumu, recover stolen electronics
According to the National Police Service, officers on routine patrol intercepted the suspects as they were loading what appeared to be stolen household items into a vehicle. The pair tried to flee but were quickly apprehended.
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Mombasa High Court opens murder hearing of Kilifi teen mother
Lady Justice Wendi Kagendo Micheni has fast-tracked the case as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, highlighting the court’s alarm over rising attacks on girls and young women.
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Ministry of Housing Engineer arrested for letter to extend aviation director’s tenure
Officials warned that forging government documents is a grave offense that threatens public trust and institutional credibility. The Serious Crime Unit reaffirmed its determination to ensure that public officials are held accountable and that any efforts to manipulate official records are thoroughly investigated and prosecuted.
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Five charged over Sh9 million iPhone theft at Parklands shop
One of the suspects, identified in court as Stephen Bari, was later found in possession of an iPhone 16, which prosecutors believe was among the stolen items.
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Seven students held as probe into Daystar student's death takes new turn
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) say the group will remain in custody for a week after a court granted a seven-day detention order to allow officers to complete crucial forensic work and record statements from additional witnesses.
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Suicide bombers attack Peshawar security HQ, killing three officers
Police said a timely response prevented a larger tragedy. The attack comes amid rising militant violence and heightened tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan over cross-border insurgent activity.
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NACADA seizes Sh14 million counterfeit alcohol in Kitui
NACADA Chief Executive Officer Dr. Antony Omerikwa said the discovery reflects the deep entrenchment of the illicit alcohol trade. He warned that authorities will continue to crack down on those profiting from products that endanger lives.
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Police seize large cannabis hauls in Nairobi and Lamu as crackdown widens
These recent busts highlight the scale of the drug problem Kenya faces, especially the illegal trade and rising use of cannabis. The National Police Service annual crime report shows that 3,860 people were arrested for possession in a recent year, 722 were arrested for trafficking, and 164 were arrested for cultivation.
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Homa Bay police nab suspect, seize over 1,800 cannabis rolls
A thorough search of the car uncovered multiple sacks carefully concealing the cannabis. The recovered items included 1,825 rolls, 113 brooms, and about 4 kilograms of unpacked cannabis, which traffickers had disguised to avoid detection.
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Man jailed for 20 years for defiling and impregnating daughter
The man also faces a murder allegation involving the victim’s grandfather and was arrested after being on the run. He pleaded guilty despite repeated warnings from the court.