Criminal Barsuliek Gang,Allegedly Linked to County Official,Faces Serious Charges in Eldoret Court

A faction of the notorious Criminal Barsuliek Gang appeared in court yesterday before Eldoret Chief Magistrate Dennis Mikoyan to answer to charges brought against them.

Among the accused is 31-year-old David Kipkosgei Kemboi, also known as Chemarget, purported leader of the outlawed gang allegedly associated with Uasingishu County Boss.

Chemarget, along with 29-year-old Shadrack Kiplagat, alias Kip Shady, stands accused of multiple serious offenses. Specifically, they are charged with impersonating county employees between December 23rd, 2022, and August 3rd, 2023. During this time, they allegedly demanded 149,630 Kenyan shillings from businessman Christopher Omondi in Eldoret, falsely claiming they could facilitate a favorable business site allocation. This action violates Section 382 of the Penal Code.

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Additionally, David Kipchumba, and Collins Kipkemboi face another charge. Between November 18th, 2023, and February 3rd, 2024, they allegedly attempted to assault human rights activist Kimutai Kirui with a machete for his outspoken criticism of the current County administration.

Further accusations involve Chemarget, David Kipchumba, Collins Kipkemboi, Mark Kiptoo Limo, and Shadrack Kiplagat. They are accused of forcibly taking over the management of County Public Toilets Main Stage 001 from Eldobest Friends Investment Company Limited between November 18th, 2023, and February 5th, 2024. During this period, they purportedly attempted to harm Charles Ndirangu, Milka Mumbi, and Everlyne Jepchirchir with machetes, constituting preparation to commit a felony under Section 308(1) of the Penal Code.

Chief Magistrate Denis Mikoyan granted the suspects bail at 30,000 Kenyan shillings each, with a  surety set at half a million Kenyan shillings. Despite ongoing legal proceedings, Christopher Omondi, one of the complainants, Tuesday reported an assault and threats to his life by members of the gang to Eldoret Central Police.

Despite the pending court cases, the Barsuliet Karnet gang continues to instill fear and wreak havoc  among Eldoret Traders. It remains unclear why the suspects were returned to Eldoret Central Police cells instead of being transferred to Eldoret GK Remand Prison following bail terms clarification.

Additionally, questions arise regarding potential interference in the ongoing cases at the Eldoret Law Courts  especially considering the  representation of the Barsuliek  Karnet gang by the legal advisor to Uasin Gishu Governor Bii.

The case will be mentioned on 6/05/2024.