MERU, Kenya- Detectives in Imenti North have arrested three suspects in connection with an alleged fraud scheme that siphoned more than Sh22.4 million from a savings and credit cooperative society (SACCO).
According to investigators, the fraud involved the manipulation of the SACCO’s computerized financial systems, allowing suspects to divert millions of shillings from members’ savings through a network of accounts linked to several individuals and entities.
Police identified Allan Karani, an ICT Assistant Officer at the SACCO, as the principal suspect in the case. Detectives allege that he used his position and access to the institution’s systems to orchestrate the fraudulent transactions.
Investigations further revealed that bank accounts associated with Tony Mwenda, Sharon Kendi, Brivin Dentel and Mawingu Plus Ltd were allegedly used to receive and withdraw the stolen funds.
The probe gained momentum on June 4, 2026, when detectives arrested Tony Mwenda and obtained custodial orders to facilitate further investigations into the suspected fraud network.
On June 10, detectives carried out a coordinated operation that led to the arrest of Allan Karani, Betty Kanana and Sharon Kendi.
During the operation, officers recovered several mobile phones and a company-issued laptop, which have been seized for forensic examination as investigators seek to establish the full scope of the alleged scheme and identify additional suspects.
Authorities believe the fraud may have involved multiple individuals working together to exploit the SACCO’s electronic systems for personal gain.
The three suspects are currently in police custody and are expected to be arraigned in court as investigations continue.
Detectives say efforts are ongoing to trace additional individuals who may have played a role in the alleged theft and recover the lost funds.
