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HomeDaily NewsWednesday, June 3, 2026DCI Arrests Suspect Over Githurai Vehicle Arson During Fuel Protest - June 2026
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DCI Arrests Suspect Over Githurai Vehicle Arson During Fuel Protest - June 2026

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested a suspect in connection with the arson of a vehicle during recent fuel-related protests at Githurai Roundabout. A content creator in Ruiru was also arrested, suspected of involvement in the viral car burning incident. Separately, a police firearm that went missing in Nairobi's Central Business District a week ago was recovered by DCI, found concealed within a supermarket on Moi Avenue. Additionally, Narok Law Courts experienced disruption when police fired shots and tear gas to disperse over 400 morans attempting to free a murder suspect.

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DCI Arrests Suspect Over Githurai Vehicle Arson During Fuel Protest

DCI Arrests Suspect Over Githurai Vehicle Arson During Fuel Protest

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested a suspect in connection with the arson of a vehicle during recent protests in Githurai.

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Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested a suspect in connection with the arson of a vehicle during recent protests in Githurai.

  • Elisha Gatwa was apprehended in Ruiru.
  • The arrest is part of ongoing efforts by the DCI to identify and arrest individuals involved in violence and property destruction during the fuel-related protests.
  • Authorities reiterate that acts of violence and destruction of property are criminal offenses punishable by law.
Tuesday 9:22 PMCapital News

Drama at Narok Law Courts as Police Fire Shots, Tear Gas to Stop Morans From Freeing Murder Suspect

Drama at Narok Law Courts as Police Fire Shots, Tear Gas to Stop Morans From Freeing Murder Suspect

Narok Law Courts experienced significant disruption on June 2 when police fired shots and tear gas to disperse over 400 morans attempting to free a murder suspect.

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Narok Law Courts experienced significant disruption on June 2 when police fired shots and tear gas to disperse over 400 morans attempting to free a murder suspect.

  • Over 400 morans were involved in the confrontation.
  • The incident involved police officers and a murder suspect in custody.
  • The disturbance occurred outside the Narok Law Courts.
Wednesday 7:41 AMKenyans

Content Creator Arrested Over Viral Githurai Car Burning Incident

Content Creator Arrested Over Viral Githurai Car Burning Incident

Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives have arrested a content creator in Ruiru, suspected of involvement in the arson of a vehicle at Githurai Roundabout during recent fuel-related protests.

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Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives have arrested a content creator in Ruiru, suspected of involvement in the arson of a vehicle at Githurai Roundabout during recent fuel-related protests.

  • The incident involved a Mazda CX-5 belonging to a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) politician being torched on May 19.
  • DCI is analysing viral video footage and seeking to identify other participants.
  • The agency emphasized that arson and destruction of property are serious offenses, warning that those found culpable will face legal consequences.
Wednesday 1:16 PMKenyans

Mystery as Missing Police Pistol Recovered Inside CBD Supermarket

Mystery as Missing Police Pistol Recovered Inside CBD Supermarket

A police firearm that went missing in Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD) a week ago has been recovered by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI). The firearm was found concealed within a supermarket on Moi Avenue.

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A police firearm that went missing in Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD) a week ago has been recovered by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI). The firearm was found concealed within a supermarket on Moi Avenue.

  • The pistol, belonging to an officer attached to a former MP, was found loaded with 13 rounds of 9mm ammunition.
  • The recovery was made following intelligence-led investigations by the DCI.
  • The weapon was reportedly left behind at a barber shop and spa where the officer received a massage, and later discovered missing.
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