Detectives in Kirinyaga have arrested three Nigerian nationals following a raid at Mwaliko Estate in Ngurubani Town, Mwea East Sub-County, over their alleged involvement in a cyber fraud syndicate.
According to Mwea East Sub-County Police Commander Stephen Okal, the suspects — Peter Chukwujekwu, Alazor Chukulute Sunday, and Nnalue Chiagozie Samwel — were apprehended after members of the public raised concerns about suspicious movements and late-night activities inside their rented apartment.
Raid Uncovers Phones, SIM Cards, and Credit Cards
During the Thursday operation, detectives recovered:
- 21 mobile phones
- 79 SIM cards
- A Dell laptop
- Multiple credit cards from different banks
Police believe the items were being used in a sophisticated cybercrime scheme targeting unsuspecting victims both locally and internationally.
Suspects in Kenya Illegally
Preliminary investigations revealed that the three men, who claimed to be “running an online business,” are in the country illegally. Their entry visas had expired, and they lacked valid work permits.
The trio is currently detained at Wang’uru Police Station as authorities continue to investigate the extent of their operations and possible links to cross-border cyber fraud syndicates.
