A Milimani law court has granted police 10 days to detain six suspects in connection with a suspected robbery with violence case, allegedly linked to the residence of a senior military officer, Major General John Okumu.
Appearing today, 26th March 2026, before Principal Magistrate Paul Mutahi, the State, through the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, had sought 14 days to detain the respondents at Capitol Hill Police Station to complete investigations into the alleged robbery involving a firearm suspected to be an AK-47.
The suspects were arrested in Kitengela, where they were reportedly planning to carry out a robbery at the residence of the senior officer of the rank of Major General in Kitengela.
According to court documents seen by kauntinews.com, the suspects include, Charles Matata who is serving as a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officer stationed at Kahawa Garrison,David Ng’aa who is an employee of KDF, working as a civilian mechanic. Samuel Agango is also a KDF officer on interdiction.
However, Alex Mumo, Richard Mwani, and Stella are civilians believed to be in possession of an AK-47 rifle.Intelligence reports suggest that the suspects had hired the rifle, intending not only to commit the robbery but also to execute Mr. George Okumu.
The application for a 14-day detention was strongly opposed by defence counsel Mr. Oyunge, representing the fifth respondent. He raised concerns over inconsistencies in the prosecution’s account, noting that police initially stated the suspects were arrested in Kitengela near the complainant’s residence, only for that narrative to later change to an arrest within the residence itself.
The defence further questioned why the suspects were not charged at Kajiado Law Courts, suggesting possible external influence from higher authorities. Mr. Oyunge argued that two of the accused are military officers who should be subjected to a court martial process rather than civilian proceedings.
In response, the prosecution maintained that the suspects had only recently been arrested, and key aspects of the investigation such as establishing their residences and recovering the alleged firearm were still ongoing.
They argued that the matter is complex and requires more time, urging the court to grant the full 14-day custodial period.
In his ruling, Presiding Magistrate Paul Mutahi acknowledged the competing arguments and noted that the issues raised remain allegations at this stage.
He partially allowed the application, granting investigators 10 days to detain the suspects at Capitol Hill Police Station to complete their investigations.
The case will be mentioned again on April 7 for further directions as investigations continue.
