Wambui Faith
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has apprehended six suspects in connection with a foiled robbery targeting a senior military officer in Kitengela. Investigations revealed that the group included both Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel and civilian accomplices.
According to a statement released on Thursday, the arrests followed an intelligence-led operation after credible information was received on Monday, March 23, 2026, regarding an imminent robbery. The suspects were placed under surveillance as detectives monitored their movements and preparations.
On the day of the planned attack, the suspects arrived in a black Toyota Harrier, while a Toyota Ractis (registration KCM 804L) remained nearby with a driver on standby. A female suspect exited the Harrier and approached the main gate under the pretext of seeking entry. Officers, who had secured the area, quickly moved in to arrest her, while backup teams intercepted both vehicles.
The arrested individuals include Charles Kiio Matata, a KDF sergeant stationed at Kahawa Garrison; David Ng’gaa Mwangangi, a civilian mechanic attached to KDF at Kahawa Barracks; Samuel Agango Odoyo, a KDF serviceman currently on interdiction; Alex Mumo Kisilu of Umoja; Richard Mwania Muasya of Tala; and Stella Nzuki Mweni of Umoja Inner Core. They are currently in custody undergoing processing, interrogation, and further investigations.
A search of the scene yielded items believed to be intended for the robbery, including KDF jungle uniforms, military boots, a crowbar, a claw hammer, a knife, pliers, and multiple mobile phones.
The DCI confirmed that the scene has been processed and investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the syndicate’s activities, including potential links to other criminal incidents.
According to a statement released on Thursday, the arrests followed an intelligence-led operation after credible information was received on Monday, March 23, 2026, regarding an imminent robbery. The suspects were placed under surveillance as detectives monitored their movements and preparations.
On the day of the planned attack, the suspects arrived in a black Toyota Harrier, while a Toyota Ractis (registration KCM 804L) remained nearby with a driver on standby. A female suspect exited the Harrier and approached the main gate under the pretext of seeking entry. Officers, who had secured the area, quickly moved in to arrest her, while backup teams intercepted both vehicles.
The arrested individuals include Charles Kiio Matata, a KDF sergeant stationed at Kahawa Garrison; David Ng’gaa Mwangangi, a civilian mechanic attached to KDF at Kahawa Barracks; Samuel Agango Odoyo, a KDF serviceman currently on interdiction; Alex Mumo Kisilu of Umoja; Richard Mwania Muasya of Tala; and Stella Nzuki Mweni of Umoja Inner Core. They are currently in custody undergoing processing, interrogation, and further investigations.
A search of the scene yielded items believed to be intended for the robbery, including KDF jungle uniforms, military boots, a crowbar, a claw hammer, a knife, pliers, and multiple mobile phones.
The DCI confirmed that the scene has been processed and investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the syndicate’s activities, including potential links to other criminal incidents.
