MERU, Kenya – The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested two traffic police officers over allegations of extorting bribes from motorists along the Maua–Makutano Road near Kemu in Meru County.
The suspects, identified as Senior Sergeant Robert Kibet Busienei and Police Constable Janet Rose Makena, were arrested following a targeted surveillance operation conducted by the commission.
According to the EACC, officers recovered Sh23,000 in various denominations from the two suspects during the operation.
The commission also impounded a Toyota Fielder, registration number KDC 873T, which had been parked beside the road.
Officers Taken To EACC Regional Office
Following their arrest, the two officers were escorted to the EACC Upper Eastern Regional Office in Isiolo for processing and the recording of their statements.
The arrests relate to allegations that the officers had been extorting and receiving bribes from motorists using the busy Maua–Makutano Road.
The commission did not provide further details on the specific circumstances surrounding the alleged transactions or indicate whether the suspects had been formally charged in court.
EACC Renews Anti-Corruption Commitment
The commission reiterated its commitment to combating bribery and corruption, emphasising the need for public officers to uphold integrity and accountability while carrying out their duties.
The arrests form part of the EACC’s efforts to address alleged corruption involving public officials and reinforce accountability in the delivery of government services.
The two officers remain suspects in the allegations, and the claims against them have yet to be determined by a court.
