The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has responded to remarks made by Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Performance, and Delivery Management, Justin Muturi, regarding the rise in abduction cases across the country.
In a statement dated Sunday, January 12, 2025, the DCI assured the public that investigations into abductions were ongoing, with most cases at advanced stages. The DCI revealed that the alleged abduction of CS Muturi’s son in June 2024, during the anti-Finance Bill protests, is actively being investigated by DCI Kilimani.
“The alleged case of abduction involving CS Justin Muturi’s son is active before DCI Kilimani,” read part of the statement.
The police further clarified that Muturi’s son had recorded a statement with the authorities, and investigations were still underway.
“Further to the Inspector General’s update on cases of abductions dated January 6, 2025, the DCI takes note of today’s sentiments by the Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Performance and Delivery Management of Kenya, Hon. Justin Bedan Muturi, who has expressed a sense of despair on the outcome of investigations on abductions,” the DCI added.
The National Police Service (NPS) also urged CS Muturi and any other individuals with relevant information to assist in the investigations by recording statements.
“We wish to invite CS Muturi and any other person with information on the incident to record a statement with DCI Kilimani,” the statement urged.
The DCI emphasized that several inquiry files related to abductions had been opened and were at various stages of investigation. These files would be forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) upon completion of the investigations.
The response came after CS Muturi publicly criticized the government over its handling of the abductions. Speaking at a press briefing on Sunday, January 12, 2025, Muturi expressed his frustration, revealing the emotional toll his son’s abduction had taken on his family.
“I have personally suffered as my son was abducted and disappeared. I was not sure whether he was alive or dead, leaving my wife, my family, and me in turmoil,” he said.
Muturi also reminded the public of his tenure as Kenya’s Attorney General, during which he was unable to trace his son despite seeking assistance from various security agencies. He called for urgent action to address the issue of abductions, which he said had gone unchecked for too long.
“This matter must be addressed immediately to bring justice to families affected by these abductions and ensure such cases do not continue without consequences,” Muturi urged.
The abduction of young Kenyans, which began in June 2024, remains a significant concern, with families and stakeholders calling on authorities to deliver justice and improve security measures.
