The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has issued a public warning to Kenyans about exercising caution when meeting unknown individuals for the first time, especially those encountered on online platforms. This advisory comes amid a disturbing trend of individuals being lured into dangerous situations, with incidents leading to theft, assault, and even murders.

• DCI officers revealed a trend of dangerous first-time interactions, particularly from online platforms, on Saturday, February 14.
• The advisory emphasized meeting in well-lit, crowded public places for initial encounters.
• Individuals are urged to inform trusted friends or family of their whereabouts and meeting details.
• Between 2024 and 2025, the country saw a surge in killings, primarily involving young women meeting individuals online and being murdered in short-term rentals.