DCI Detectives Arrest Couple Over Sh2.4 Million Land Fraud in Ruiru

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters’ Land Fraud Investigation Unit (LFIU) have arrested a couple accused of defrauding a land buyer of Sh2.4 million in a deceptive property deal in Ruiru Sub-County.

The case traces back to a complaint lodged on behalf of a Kenyan woman based in Denmark, who had entrusted her sister with the responsibility of purchasing a parcel of land in Mwihoko on her behalf. The land, valued at Sh2.4 million, was expected to be legally transferred to her name upon completion of the transaction.

However, the deal took a dramatic turn during the final stages of the process at Ardhi House. While processing the title transfer, it emerged that the parcel of land in question was registered under a completely different individual and did not belong to the purported seller.

The shocking discovery immediately raised red flags, prompting authorities to launch investigations into what appeared to be a well-orchestrated land fraud scheme.

Detectives from the LFIU undertook a thorough probe, piecing together evidence surrounding the transaction. Upon completion of investigations, the case file was forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) for legal review.

After examining the evidence, the ODPP approved charges against the suspects, identifying them as 53-year-old Patrick Karimi Kamara and 50-year-old Alice Wanjiru Kanyoro, both secondary school teachers.

The duo is set to face charges of obtaining money by false pretences.

Police confirmed that the suspects were arrested and are currently in custody as they undergo processing ahead of their arraignment in court.

The incident adds to a growing list of land fraud cases, particularly targeting individuals purchasing property remotely, with authorities once again urging members of the public to exercise due diligence and verify ownership details before committing to any land transactions.