The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has warned Kenyans of online fraudsters who flaunt lavish lifestyles on social media to con unsuspecting victims.

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The detectives highlighted the growing use of flashy displays of wealth by individuals involved in alleged online trading, with fraudsters flaunting large profits on social media.

The agency noted that some of the individuals showcase stacks of cash, luxury cars, expensive drinks, international trips and high-end weekend lifestyles to lure innocent Kenyans.

According to the DCI, the displays are sometimes accompanied by screenshots of trading dashboards showing what appear to be huge profits and captions suggesting frequent withdrawals.

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However, the detectives have warned that some of the alleged wealth may be part of efforts by the fraudsters to convince potential victims.

"Dashboards can be blazing with phantom profit. Who does show off?" the DCI questioned, alerting the public against falling victim to such.

The agency further listed several methods allegedly used by online fraudsters, including fake platforms, phishing links, fake wallets, identity fraud, deepfakes and social engineering.

It further cautioned Kenyans against being attracted by promises of quick and easy wealth, noting that individuals involved in fraudulent activities could face the full consequences of the law.

The caution comes amid intensified efforts by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to track unexplained wealth and scam-related cases involving forex and other digital money.

In August 2026, EACC partnered with Saudi Arabia's Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (NAZAHA) to trace illicit wealth moved across countries.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke