DCI Clears Air on Arrests, Says Suspects Were Not Ruto’s Office Staff

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has come out to correct reports that had spread widely claiming that seven government officials working in President William Ruto’s office had been arrested. 

The agency says the information is false and has asked the public to be careful with unverified claims.

In a press statement released on Friday, March 20, DCI Director of Corporate Communications John Marete  explained that the individuals arrested earlier this month were not government employees.

He clarified that none of them worked at State House or in any official capacity under the President.

Marete said the confusion began after the arrests were made on March 10, 2026.

Soon after, speculation started circulating online suggesting that the suspects were senior officers linked to the President’s office. However, the DCI insists this is not true.

According to investigators, the suspects were outsiders who had created a well-planned scheme to deceive people.

They are said to have been impersonating senior government officials from key ministries. These include the Ministry of Interior, the National Treasury, and the Ministry of Health.

Detectives say the group used fake identities and documents to appear legitimate.

By presenting themselves as powerful government representatives, they were able to gain trust from their targets.

Their main aim was to lure foreign investors by promising them business opportunities and government support that did not exist.

The DCI noted that such schemes are dangerous because they damage the country’s image and can scare away genuine investors.

Marete said the suspects took advantage of the trust people place in government institutions to carry out their fraud.

He further explained that the investigation is still ongoing and more details will be shared once the process is complete.

Authorities are also working to establish whether there are more people involved in the scheme or if the suspects acted alone.

The agency has urged members of the public, especially investors, to be cautious when dealing with individuals claiming to represent government offices.

Marete advised that all official communication from ministries is done through clear and verifiable channels, and anyone in doubt should confirm before making any commitments.

This incident has once again highlighted the growing problem of impersonation and fraud targeting both local and international investors.

The DCI has promised to continue cracking down on such criminal networks to protect the public and maintain confidence in Kenya’s institutions.