Two Suspects Arrested in KSh 32 M Eastleigh Fraud Case Dating Back to 2018

By THE DISPATCH DIGITAL REPORTER

Two suspects, Mohammed Muhamud Abdi and Bashir Gabow, have been arrested and charged in a major fraud case involving the defrauding of over USD 250,000 from a group of businesspeople in Nairobi’s Eastleigh in 2018. The duo, believed to be the owners of Mobilix Cargo and Supplies Ltd, promised to help the investors import clothing from China. However, after receiving payment, they failed to follow through on their promises.

The suspects initially acknowledged the payment on August 13, 2018, but soon after went silent. Despite written agreements to refund the money, they made no efforts to repay the victims, leaving them frustrated for years.

One investor, who had invested USD 100,000, eventually contacted the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on August 20, 2024, detailing her experience. This report prompted swift action from detectives, who arrested the suspects on August 27, 2024. They were arraigned at Milimani Court and charged with obtaining money by false pretenses, giving hope to the defrauded group.

Out of the eight victims, only one investor came forward, and authorities commended her courage as they continue working to ensure justice for all involved.