DCI Exposes New Ways Car Thieves Are Employing
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have alerted the public about the increasing incidence of car thefts in the country.
In a public statement issued on Thursday afternoon, DCI officials said that they have received numerous motor vehicle theft cases since the beginning of the year.
They also emphasized that the disturbing trend resulted in significant losses, which harmed the economy by increasing insurance claims and unpaid debts.
According to the cops, the robberies took place in a variety of situations, including parking lot theft, car hire scams, violent robbery, and carjacking.
To combat the country’s rising vehicle theft rates, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched an investigation through its Crime Research and Intelligence Bureau (CRIB) to uncover and dismantle related criminal networks.
“The operation targeted high-risk counties, including Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Kiambu, Embu, Machakos, Kajiado, Nairobi, Kisumu, Kakamega, Busia, and Bungoma,” the detectives revealed.
The operation carried out in collaboration with the Operation Action Team (OAT) situated at the DCI Headquarters on Kiambu Road, resulted in the arrest of 28 people.
CRACKDOWN ON MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
— DCI KENYA (@DCI_Kenya) May 8, 2025
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has observed a significant rise in motor vehicle theft across Kenya since the beginning of 2024.
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During the crackdown, investigators also discovered 22 stolen automobiles, many of which had been sold to unwary customers in Kenya or smuggled into neighboring countries, particularly Uganda and Tanzania.
“All apprehended suspects have been arraigned in various courts across the country to face charges related to motor vehicle theft, fraud, and related offences,” the DCI officers confirmed.
The detectives asked Kenyans to improve personal and vehicular security.
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They urged Kenyans to install anti-theft equipment, park in secure areas, verify car hire clients, be cautious on the road, and double-check vehicle documentation.
“The National Police Service remains committed to eradicating motor vehicle theft and ensuring the safety of all Kenyans,” the officers noted.
“We have intensified our intelligence-gathering efforts and are collaborating with regional partners to curb the cross-border trade of stolen vehicles.”
They added: “The public is encouraged to cooperate by providing timely information to assist in apprehending criminals and recovering stolen property by contacting the nearest police station or using our toll-free line: 999, 112.”
DCI Exposes New Ways Car Thieves Are Employing
