SIX Arrested Over Madaraka Express Ticket Booking Fraud
Kenya Railways has announced the arrest of six persons in connection with an alleged bogus Madaraka Express ticket purchasing operation that targeted innocent passengers.
In a statement made on Tuesday, July 14, the corporation stated that the arrests were the result of investigations into fraudulent online booking platforms and persons impersonating the corporation in order to swindle the general public.
The corporation stated that investigations are ongoing in partnership with appropriate investigating bodies to determine the full scope of the scam.
“The arrests followed investigations into fraudulent online booking platforms and individuals impersonating the Corporation to defraud members of the public,” the statement read.
“Investigations are ongoing, and Kenya Railways will continue working with the relevant investigative agencies.”
SIX SUSPECTS ARRESTED OVER FAKE MADARAKA EXPRESS TICKET BOOKING FRAUD
Kenya Railways wishes to inform the public that six suspects have been arrested in connection with an alleged fake Madaraka Express ticket booking scheme targeting unsuspecting members of the public. pic.twitter.com/VH5rJEMSQk— Kenya Railways (@KenyaRailways_) July 14, 2026
Kenya Railways advised members of the public who have been cheated or have information that would help detectives to report the incident to the company.
Passengers can book tickets through the official online booking portal, the *639# USSD service or at Madaraka Express stations nationwide.
The latest arrests form part of ongoing efforts to curb online fraud targeting travellers seeking rail transport services.
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The corporation attributed the rise in scams to increased demand for online ticket bookings, particularly for the popular Madaraka Express Passenger Service.
Last week, Kenya Railways warned the public about fake websites, social media pages and individuals posing as the corporation to sell fraudulent train tickets.
In a July 10 notice, the corporation said the scammers were directing customers to make payments through unofficial platforms.
Some passengers reportedly lost money after attempting to reserve train tickets through the fraudulent channels.
SIX Arrested Over Madaraka Express Ticket Booking Fraud
