Seven suspects accused of impersonating President Uhuru Kenyatta and conning businessman Naushad Merali Sh10 million have all been released.
All suspects in fake "Uhuru" call released
They were released on Wednesday!
Recommended articles
The seven were released after they appeared in Court and denied all the charges against them, on Wednesday. They were released on a cash bail of Sh100,000 each.
They were arrested on Saturday and accused of mimicking President Uhuru to con the Sameer Africa Chairman of Sh10 million.
billionaire Naushad Merali - Sameer Group billionaire conned by “fake Uhuru”
Pulse Live Kenya
Appeared in court
Joseph Waswa, Duncan Muchai, Isaac Wajekeche, William Simiyu, David Luganya, Gilbert Kirunja and Anthony Wafula first appeared in court on Monday, and the prosecution sought to have them detained for 10 days, as they concluded investigations.
It is alleged that they used mobile number 0722 208842 to call Naushad Merali, asking him to facilitate the release of the money for the purchase of land, while mimicking the voice of the President.
Arrested
Police arrested the suspects over crimes believed to involve fraudulent misrepresentation, millions of shillings and senior State House officials.
During the operation, police seized four vehicles including a Toyota Land Cruiser, a Toyota Mark X, a Toyota Axio and a Toyota Crown.
JOIN OUR PULSE COMMUNITY!
Eyewitness? Submit your stories now via social or:
Email: news@pulselive.co.ke
Recommended articles
Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi has been set up- Boni Khalwale claims
Kiunjuri's party robbed of Sh3 million worth of property
Raila reacts after Kalonzo called it stupid to support him in 2022
Watch Uhuru take Safari Rally car for a ride [Video]
Matiang'i imposes 7pm curfew on these 13 counties [List]
Did Rev Natasha rent most expensive billboard in the world?
Alert: Kencom, Ambassador, Railways and other stages to be closed on Friday
Kabogo skips JKLive as Kenyans criticise short interview
ODM was not supposed to have a presidential candidate in 2022 - Kalonzo