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By Dennis Wanyonyi
The Office of the Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Parklands Police Station, has been granted four days to detain Omar Heyd Osman, a suspect accused of fraudulently obtaining Ksh 6 million.
The DCI sought the extended detention to allow police to record the suspect’s travel history, as he is a foreign national. The request was made through an affidavit filed by Police Constable Sammy Shamala. According to the investigation officer, the suspect was arrested on September 15, 2024, after evading authorities since 2014.
“The suspect has been on the run since committing the offence, and he only recently returned to the country. We need to obtain his travel records,” said PC Shamala.
The officer also told the court that Osman is a flight risk as his residence is not well-established and warned that releasing him could lead to witness interference or another escape attempt.
In opposition to the application, Osman told the court that he is not a flight risk and claimed his residence is known to the police. He admitted receiving the funds in question through his account but explained that the amount was insufficient to import the intended motor vehicle.
“All these claims are false, your honor. I have initiated negotiations with the complainant, who is present in court. I was denied police bond and access to my lawyer. I kindly request the court to consider my situation,” Osman stated.
The suspect also informed the court that he suffers from ulcers and requested medical attention.
Milimani Magistrate Benmark Ekhubi directed that Osman be brought back to court on November 21, 2024. The magistrate further ordered that the suspect be taken to the hospital for medical evaluation.
