DCI takes over probe into reported abduction of Mlolongo businessman
The Kenyan Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has taken over the case of missing Mlolongo businessman Jimmy Mutava. CCTV footage shows Mutava meeting with individuals, including a senior police officer, shortly before his alleged abduction.
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The involvement of high-ranking officials in a disappearance case raises significant concerns regarding public safety and police accountability.
Mlolongo businessman Jimmy Mutava/SCREENGRAB The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has taken over investigations into the reported abduction of Mlolongo businessman Jimmy Mutava, amid growing questions surrounding his disappearance.
In a statement, the DCI said detectives from its Anti-Abduction Unit are leading investigations after a report was made at Mlolongo Police Station on July 27, 2026.
"The Directorate of Criminal Investigations wishes to inform the public that detectives from the DCI Anti-Abduction Unit have taken over investigations into the reported alleged abduction of Jimmy Mutava," the agency said.
The DCI said detectives are pursuing several persons of interest as they work to establish the circumstances surrounding the reported incident.
"Investigations are currently underway, with detectives pursuing several persons of interest as they work to establish the circumstances surrounding the reported incident," the agency added.
The agency assured the public that updates would be issued as the probe progresses.
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