Former Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officer Patrick Osoi is set to return to court today for a ruling on whether he will remain in police custody pending investigations.
In a previous session, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) sought orders to detain Osoi for 14 days at Muthaiga Police Station.
The investigators argued they needed more time to complete their probe, citing suspicions that he was in possession of firearms and ammunition without the required certification.
The DCI also requested a warrant to search his premises as part of the ongoing investigations.
Osoi, who is said to have voluntarily presented himself to the authorities, is expected to face multiple charges.
These include preparing to commit a felony, unlawful possession of a firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition, and terrorism-related offences as an alleged member of the Fighting Impunity and Brutality group.
The prosecution told the court that these offences are serious and require a thorough investigation to ensure national and public safety.
According to court filings, detectives believe Osoi’s alleged activities may have wider security implications, warranting a comprehensive review of his communications, movements, and associates.
The search warrant, if granted, would enable investigators to collect potential evidence from his home and other locations linked to him.
During the last mention, the defence opposed the application for prolonged detention, arguing that Osoi had already cooperated with investigators by surrendering himself and should therefore be released on reasonable bail terms.
His lawyers also maintained that no credible evidence had been presented to justify extended custody.
