NAIROBI, Kenya – The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has confirmed that the June 25 protests, led largely by Gen Z demonstrators, were infiltrated by a well-coordinated criminal network that carried out deadly attacks, sexual assaults, and destruction of property across the country.
In a detailed statement released Monday, DCI Director Mohamed Amin acknowledged that while many citizens protested peacefully, criminal actors exploited the unrest, leading to loss of life, widespread looting, and violence, including incidents of sexual violence and the theft of police firearms.
“We acknowledge, with deep sorrow, that these events resulted in the loss of lives,” Amin said, expressing condolences to affected families. “Every life lost is a tragedy that shakes the conscience of the nation.”
The June 25 demonstrations, marking the first anniversary of the 2024 protests against government corruption and taxation, saw thousands take to the streets in Nairobi and other towns.
But according to the DCI, groups of individuals were strategically transported in unmarked vehicles with instructions to vandalize police stations, government offices, and private businesses.
DCI Mohammed Amin: While some youthful protesters joined the demonstrations in good faith, some individuals, tragically, even some who had marched peacefully, later turned on fellow Kenyans. They engaged in sexual violence, theft and broke into homes and businesses. Such acts not
Disturbing Findings
The DCI confirmed attacks on critical infrastructure, including the Kikuyu Law Courts, county offices, and several police stations—among them Dagoretti, Ol Kalou, and Kamukunji.
Police equipment including a grenade launcher, firearms, uniforms, and anti-riot gear was stolen.
Some of the weapons have already been used in violent robberies in Naivasha, investigators said.
“Businesses were looted, ATMs broken into, and millions of shillings stolen,” Amin revealed. “We have also received credible reports of sexual assault and gang rape committed by criminals who infiltrated the demonstrations.”
The Directorate reported that as of Monday, 485 suspects had been arrested. Of these, 448 have been charged in court on various offences ranging from murder and terrorism to rape, robbery with violence, incitement, and possession of illegal firearms. The remaining 37 are under active investigation.
DCI Mohammed Amin: We must not allow our nation to spiral into anarchy and chaos. The police will not remain passive while lawlessness threatens our collective peace and security. As of today, 485 individuals have been arrested in connection with what happened on June 25th. Of
Ndunyu Njeru Tragedy
The DCI also referenced a violent incident in Ndunyu Njeru, North Kinangop, where 400 armed individuals stormed a police station on June 26, demanding the release of four suspects.
The station was torched, resulting in the deaths of three detainees by suffocation. A fourth remains in critical condition.
“This incident, while separate from June 25, reflects an alarming trend of violence targeting police installations,” the DCI boss warned.
Call for Unity and Information
The DCI urged Kenyans to report information that could help recover stolen firearms, arrest perpetrators, and restore calm. Citizens are encouraged to use the DCI’s toll-free hotline: 0800 722 203.
“We reaffirm our commitment to deliver timely justice,” Amin said. “This is about safeguarding the future of our democracy and restoring faith in our institutions.”
PRESS STATEMENT: UPDATE ON INVESTIGATIONS INTO CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES EXPERIENCED DURING THE JUNE 25, 2025 PROTESTS
