City Crime: Three suspects, Rafael Ojiambo, Samuel Ayako, and Wilfred Gitonga, are facing charges after being apprehended by Kilimani detectives for attempting to defraud an innocent Kenyan with counterfeit US dollars.

The trio was caught red-handed while trying to hand over a briefcase containing 1.2 million fake US dollars to their victim.

The authorities acted swiftly when they received a tip-off about the scam, leading to the arrest of the fraudsters along Nyerere Road.

Prior to their arrest, the suspects had already swindled another Kenyan out of Kshs. 4.3 million.

The fraudsters were transporting the counterfeit money in a Toyota NZE (Reg. No. KBN 101D), which was impounded by police. The fake dollars and the vehicle have been seized as evidence in the ongoing investigation.

The three men were presented in the Chief Magistrate’s Court Milimani, where a magistrate issued custodial orders, detaining them at Kilimani Police Station until January 27, 2025.

Authorities have warned the public to be vigilant against get-rich-quick schemes, emphasizing that these fraudulent operations are designed to steal hard-earned money.

Reports from investigations reveal that many victims of similar scams have lost valuable assets, including property and vehicles, which were used as collateral in exchange for fake currency. These deceptive activities often leave individuals with nothing but worthless counterfeit bills.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has pledged to continue its efforts in fighting all forms of fraud aimed at exploiting unsuspecting citizens.

Public safety and the protection of financial resources remain top priorities in the ongoing crackdown on fraudulent activities.