Tuesday, April 7,
2026 - Detectives in Kiminini, Trans Nzoia County, have arrested a
56-year-old man suspected to be a child trafficker and recovered assorted
suspicious documents while safely rescuing a minor.
Acting on a tip-off from members of the public, the officers
responded to reports of an unfamiliar man seen at Nyamira Village in the
company of a young boy.
Upon arrival, detectives found the suspect, identified as
Gilbert Nyabuto, in the company of a 10-year-old boy.
The suspect allegedly introduced himself as a 'Deputy
Commissioner' with the National Intelligence Service and presented an
identification document bearing that rank and an accompanying service number.
However, a search conducted on a backpack in his possession
revealed assorted academic documents belonging to different individuals, as
well as blank fake Kenya Defence Forces calling letters, raising suspicion over
his activities.
When questioned about the child, the suspect claimed that he
was assisting him to secure accommodation.
Both the suspect and the minor were escorted to Kiminini
Police Station for further processing.
The child was later positively identified by his mother who
hails from Salona area, and has since been safely reunited with her.
The suspect remains in custody as detectives pursue further
investigations to establish the full extent of his activities, including
possible offences of impersonation and fraud.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) reiterates its commitment to safeguarding the public from criminal elements and commends members of the public for timely reporting that led to the arrest and rescue of the minor.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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