Cyber attacks/Star illustrationsInvestigations
have revealed how a well-coordinated cybercrime syndicate systematically
drained millions of shillings from victims' bank accounts, primarily targeting
retirees and unsuspecting account holders.
The Directorate
of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said one case reported at Nyahururu Police
Station on January 17, 2025, a victim lost Sh3.4 million.
Another woman reported a loss of Sh1.8
million on the morning of March 14, while at Nakuru’s Mwariki Police Station, a
man reported that he lost Sh1.3 million on April 7 after speaking with a caller
who posed as a bank representative.
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Cyber attacks/Star illustrations
