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Detectives from Nairobi have arrested a woman believed to be the mastermind of a gold scam that defrauded an American investor of USDT 431,380 (Ksh 55.7 Million).
In a statement, DCI said the suspect was arrested at Crystal Villas in Kilimani after a targeted operation by officers from the DCI Nairobi Regional Headquarters.
The Investigative Agency stated that another suspect remains on the run.
According to investigators, the scam started with convincing promises of a lucrative gold deal.
The suspects allegedly told the victim they could supply 400 kilograms of genuine gold bars.
DCI said the offer appeared real and well-organised, drawing the attention of the foreign investor.
The American national travelled to Nairobi to finalise the deal, believing he was entering a legitimate business transaction.
Money Transferred, Then Suspects Disappeared
After meetings, negotiations, and signed documents, the investor transferred millions into the suspects’ accounts.
However, shortly after receiving the money, the suspects disappeared.
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The investor later realised he had been defrauded after:
- No gold was delivered
- Phone calls went unanswered
- The suspects could not be reached
He then reported the matter to the DCI.
DCI Traces Suspects to Kilimani
Detectives launched investigations and used forensic leads to track down the suspects.
Their operation led them to Kilimani, where they arrested Mildred Kache alias Sabreena Ayesha.
Her alleged accomplice, Ibrahim Yusuf Mohamed, escaped arrest after sensing police were closing in.
He abandoned a black Mercedes-Benz E-Class (KCV 910C), which was later seized and taken as evidence.
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Suspect in Custody as Manhunt Continues
The arrested suspect is currently in police custody as she awaits arraignment in court.
Meanwhile, detectives have intensified the search for the second suspect who remains at large.
Investigations into the gold scam are ongoing.
DCI Calls for Public Assistance
The DCI urged members of the public to share information that may help in ongoing investigations.
They encouraged anonymous reporting through their toll-free line and WhatsApp platform.
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