DCI clarifies child trafficking case after public questions about alleged release of person of interest

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has issued a clarification regarding a child trafficking case involving four children in Kajiado County, Kenya. The DCI clarified that a person of interest was not released and subsequently re-arrested, as initially suggested by their October 8 statement. The confusion arose due to the wording used in the October 8 statement, which inadvertently suggested the suspect had been arrested again.

In reality, the person of interest remained in custody and was expected to be arraigned in court on October 12. The DCI emphasized that the October 8 post was meant to highlight additional investigative activity, including a search at a house associated with the suspect and the recovery of items such as children's clothing and baby essentials.

The agency acknowledged the need for precise communication in sensitive child protection cases to avoid public misconceptions about police accountability and case handling. The investigation into the person of interest remains ongoing, with the DCI reaffirming its commitment to pursuing justice according to the law.

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