DCI to take 21 days analysing confiscated devices

This because the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) continues to analyse cellphones and different digital units seized from the suspects.

Appearing earlier than Magistrate Mark Ekhubi, the prosecution stated the devices have been submitted to the DCI headquarters and forensic laboratory, and the info extraction course of remains to be underway. The full evaluation is predicted to take as much as 21 days.

“The electronic devices were taken to the DCI forensic labs, and the extraction is ongoing. We anticipate releasing the items within 21 days,” the prosecution informed the courtroom.

The 5 accused, MP George Koimburi, Peter Kiratu, David Macharia Gatana, Cyrus Kieru Muhia, and Murang’a MCA Grace Nduta Wairimu, have been current in courtroom, every represented by counsel.

The defence confirmed partial receipt of prosecution proof and consented to the proposed 21-day timeline for full disclosure of the remaining materials.

The courtroom was additionally knowledgeable that discussions between the events had yielded consensus on the discharge of motor autos seized in the course of the investigation. 

The settlement permits for his or her return inside seven days except the investigating officers increase objections.

Magistrate Ekhubi welcomed the cooperation between the prosecution and defence, noting that it was aiding within the clean dealing with of the case. 

He scheduled the matter for point out on September 10, 2025, to evaluation the standing of proof disclosure and the return of each digital units and autos.