The suspect appeared before Milimani Law Courts on Monday, December 8, where the prosecution formally arraigned him on the charges.
According to court documents, the suspect allegedly promised seven parents that their children would secure positions in the National Police Service in exchange for money.
Victims claimed they were convinced by the suspect’s assurances, relying on his family connections to the top police official.
The court scheduled the next hearing for December 16, during which witnesses are expected to present further evidence of the alleged fraud.
This case comes just two weeks after another individual was apprehended by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) for allegedly extorting Ksh2.5 million from job seekers using a similar scheme.
Authorities say the recurring scams exploit the desperation of unemployed Kenyans eager to join the police service, making the public vulnerable to fraudsters.
The DCI reported that the suspect was arrested after three victims came forward and reported that he had promised them jobs in the National Police Service in exchange for cash.
Investigators recovered evidence showing that the suspect actively solicited money from applicants and misled them with false assurances.
Court officials emphasized that the case is being treated seriously due to the significant sums involved and the vulnerability of the victims.
Legal experts note that fake recruitment scams like this not only defraud individuals but also damage public trust in the recruitment processes of national institutions.