DCI boss denies interference by DIG Lagat in Ojwang’s arrest

Speaking before the Senate on June 11, Amin stated that Lagat filed a formal complaint to the DCI, just as many other Kenyans, including senior government officials and public servants, are entitled to do.

“As the investigative arm of the Kenya Police Service, we acted upon the complaint. There was nothing extraordinary about it. We received the report, conducted investigations, identified the suspect, and took appropriate action,” said Amin.

“The complaint by Lagat followed due process, and there was no preferential treatment.”

Amin, whose officers arrested Ojwang’, explained that the late teacher and influencer was moved to Nairobi because the alleged offence—cybercrime—falls under national jurisdiction and can be tried anywhere in the country.

“The trial is determined by where the offence was committed. In this case, we believe the crime was committed in Nairobi, although the arrest took place in Homa Bay,” he said.

“You may wish to note that cybercrime is a national offence. It can even be committed in transit.”

He added that DCI officers do not require a court order to move a suspect across police jurisdictions.

Addressing concerns about surveillance footage, Amin acknowledged the absence of CCTV cameras at Magwengo Police Station.

“There was a concern about why we couldn't provide CCTV footage from Magwengo Police Station. I want to clarify that it is a recently upgraded station, and we currently do not have CCTV systems installed there,” he said.

Amin also defended the conduct of the arresting officers, insisting that Ojwang’ was treated respectfully during his transfer from Homa Bay to Nairobi.

“While in Narok, Ojwang’ requested refreshments, and the officers provided him with water, soda, and biscuits,” Amin said.

He further revealed that Ojwang was transported in an official government vehicle, a Subaru Forester with registration number GKC 519P.

“We can confirm the movement of the Subaru using the GPRS tracking system. He was taken directly from Homa Bay to Central Police Station,” he said.

Amin concluded by emphasising that any officer found to have participated in the killing of Ojwang should face the full force of the law.

“If investigations show that any officers were involved in the killing of Ojwang, they should be arrested and prosecuted,” he said.