
30/04/2025
Detectives from Nairobi's Regional Criminal Investigations Office have arrested 11 suspects seven Kenyans, two Congolese, and two Cameroonians in connection with a gold scam syndicate. The operation followed a report from a victim who lost $546,000 in the fraudulent scheme.
During a raid in Spring Valley estate, authorities seized 350 kg of fake gold, a weighing machine, an electronic gold tester (Tester Gun), fraudulent documents, and a dust coat bearing the Ministry of Mining logo, which was used to deceive victims.
The suspects are currently held at Capitol Hill Police Station awaiting arraignment, while investigators continue probing the well-organized scam network. The seized items have been secured as evidence.
This crackdown highlights ongoing efforts to combat sophisticated financial fraud targeting unsuspecting investors.