NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 11-The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has rejected former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s allegations of cover-ups and political interference in criminal investigations, describing the claims as “ridiculous, ill-intended and wholly without foundation.”

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In a statement issued Tuesday, the DCI challenged Gachagua and others making the allegations to produce credible evidence instead of what it termed unverified claims aimed at undermining public confidence in law enforcement.

“These allegations are ridiculous, ill-intended and wholly without foundation,” the DCI said.

“Those advancing them should produce credible evidence rather than peddle unverified claims calculated to undermine public confidence in law enforcement.”

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The response came hours after Gachagua accused security agencies of shielding suspects linked to a series of killings, abductions and disappearances, including the murder of Dr Victoria Nthunya Mutiso and Mt Elgon parliamentary hopeful Nathan Wasama.

The investigative agency categorically denied facilitating or concealing criminal activity, saying its investigations are guided by evidence, the Constitution and the law.

“The DCI categorically states that it does not sanction, facilitate, conceal, or participate in criminal conduct of any kind, regardless of the identity or status of any person involved,” the agency said.

The DCI said it remains mandated to investigate serious and complex crimes, gather evidence and present cases to prosecutorial and judicial authorities.

It further rejected claims that political affiliation or public prominence influences investigations.

“No individual is above the law. Neither political affiliation nor public prominence influences the manner in which a criminal investigation is conducted,” it said.

📰 Source: Capital FM Kenya