Wednesday, November 04, 2026 - The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched a manhunt for a wanted robbery suspect believed to be behind several violent criminal incidents in Nairobi and neighbouring areas.
In a public notice issued on Wednesday, November 4, the
investigative agency identified the suspect as John Masila Nzioka and appealed
to members of the public to provide information that could lead to his arrest.
"The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is
appealing to members of the public for any information that may lead to the
arrest of John Masila Nzioka, who is wanted in connection with multiple cases
of robbery with violence," the notice read.
The agency described Nzioka as armed and dangerous, warning
that he could pose a serious security threat.
According to the DCI, the suspect has previously engaged
police officers in a shootout during an operation, leaving some officers
injured before he managed to escape.
"The suspect is considered armed and dangerous. He is
believed to have used a firearm during robberies committed within Nairobi
Region and its environs.
“In a recent shootout, police officers were injured before
the suspect escaped the police dragnet," the statement added.
The DCI also provided details of his reported home area,
identifying him as a resident of Machakos County, specifically Kangundo
Sub-County, Kanzalu Division, Kanzalu Location and Kikambuani Sub-Location.
The agency urged anyone with information regarding his
whereabouts to report to the authorities through its established channels,
assuring the public that information could be shared anonymously.
Members of the public can contact the DCI through its
toll-free hotline 0800 722 203 or WhatsApp number 0709 570 000.
Alternatively, information can be reported at the nearest police station or through the national emergency numbers 999, 911 and 112.
The
Kenyan DAILY POST.
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