Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested John Mugo Njeru and Irima Mugo, directors of Daimler Enterprises Limited, over an 8.35-acre land fraud scheme along Old Mombasa Road.

The case emerged after a property owner reported suspicious activity on his legally registered land, which the Ministry of Lands confirmed was legitimately registered in his name.

Investigations revealed the company used falsified grant documents and forged title deeds to claim ownership, attempting to dispossess the legitimate owner.

The DCI forwarded the case to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), which charged the suspects with conspiracy to defraud, uttering false documents, and obtaining registration through deceit.This arrest highlights Kenya's ongoing struggle with land fraud, where forged deeds and manipulated records threaten property rights.

The DCI emphasized its commitment to prosecuting those who manipulate land records, urging citizens to report suspicious activities via toll-free lines or WhatsApp.The directors had previously been involved in similar land disputes in the Environment and Land Court, underscoring the systemic nature of the issue.