Two DCI officers in Kericho County are under investigation after they were arrested by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) over allegations that they sought Ksh500,000 to have a murder case dropped.
The officers were reportedly caught during an operation while receiving Ksh120,000, which investigators believe was part of the alleged payment.
Highlights
- Two DCI corporals were arrested in Kipkelion, Kericho County.
- EACC alleges they demanded Ksh500,000 from a complainant.
- The officers were allegedly caught receiving Ksh120,000.
- Each officer was later released on Ksh30,000 cash bail.
- EACC says investigations into the matter are continuing.
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DCI Officers Arrested in Kipkelion
The EACC has arrested two officers attached to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations following allegations of bribery linked to a murder case in Kipkelion, Kericho County.
The officers have been identified as Corporals Wesley Korir and Christopher Maina.
According to the anti-corruption agency, the two allegedly approached a complainant and demanded Ksh500,000 in return for terminating the murder case against him.
Investigators Set Up Operation
The arrests followed preliminary inquiries into the bribery allegations.
EACC detectives reportedly organised an operation after receiving information about the alleged demand. The two officers were subsequently arrested while allegedly receiving Ksh120,000, said to be part of the larger amount they had requested.
The operation forms part of the commission’s investigations into suspected corruption involving public officers.
Officers Released on Bail
Following their arrest, Korir and Maina were taken through processing at the EACC’s South Rift Regional Office.
They were later released on cash bail of Ksh30,000 each as investigators continue gathering evidence.
The allegations against the officers have not been determined in court.
EACC Urges Public to Report Bribery
The EACC has reiterated its call for members of the public to report suspected bribery and other forms of corruption through its official reporting channels.
The commission says action against corrupt practices within public institutions remains an important part of protecting public trust and accountability.
As investigations continue, the case also highlights the scrutiny faced by law enforcement officers entrusted with handling sensitive criminal investigations
When those entrusted with enforcing the law face corruption allegations, the bigger question is how public confidence in justice can be protected.
