DCI seeks 15 days to hold Juja CDF Chair, two others over alleged kidnapping of MP Koimburi

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is seeking 15 days to continue detaining three individuals -  among them Juja Constituency Development Fund (CDF) Chairman Peter Kiratu Mbaru - over the alleged abduction of Juja Member of Parliament George Koimburi.

The other two are David Macharia Gatana and Cirus Kieru Muhia.

In a miscellaneous application filed in court, the DCI claims that MP Koimburi was kidnapped from Full Gospel Ebenezer Church in Mugutha by the three respondents, who are reportedly his close associates. However, the motive behind the alleged abduction remains unknown.

The DCI argues that investigations are still ongoing and releasing the suspects at this stage could jeopardize the process, especially since the MP is yet to record his official statement.

According to court papers, “...the allegations have since created panic, fear, and sharp political divisions across the country and in the concerned constituency, which is cosmopolitan in nature. This presents a threat to national peace and stability.”

It is further claimed that Koimburi remains critically ill, according to close friends and family. The outcome of his medical condition is uncertain, as doctors have yet to release their findings.

The court was also told that the matter is of grave national security concern. Besides being a sitting Member of Parliament, Koimburi is affiliated with the newly formed Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), which is in opposition to the current government.

This political dynamic has reportedly fueled intense public reaction that could escalate into serious unrest. The DCI emphasized that kidnapping is a serious offense under the Penal Code.

Preliminary investigations also suggest that after reportedly evading arrest on May 23, 2025, the MP later returned safely to his home in Mugutha.

This was allegedly confirmed by the first respondent, who visited him and was informed that the MP intended to seek legal redress to recover his impounded vehicle from the police.