DCI Urges Gachagua to File Formal Complaint Over Assassination Claims
Gachagua had previously alleged that undercover agents attempted to poison him on two separate occasions—in Kisumu on August 30 and in Nyeri on September 3, 2024.
Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) chief Mohamed Amin. Photo/Mzalendo News.
By Robert Assad
Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) chief Mohamed Amin has called on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to formally report his allegations of assassination attempts to the police, emphasizing the importance of following proper legal channels.
Speaking to the media on Saturday, Amin addressed Gachagua’s recent public claims of surviving two assassination attempts, urging him to avoid turning serious security matters into public theatrics.
“If the former Deputy President has an issue concerning any matter regarding threats over his life and property, he should have filed a report at the police station,” Amin stated.
The DCI has summoned Gachagua to appear at its headquarters on Kiambu Road to record a statement regarding his allegations. In a letter dated October 21, 2024, the agency emphasized the gravity of the claims, stating, “These are serious allegations emanating from a person of your stature and cannot be taken lightly.”
Gachagua had previously alleged that undercover agents attempted to poison him on two separate occasions—in Kisumu on August 30 and in Nyeri on September 3, 2024.
He claimed that during the Kisumu incident, agents entered his hotel room, bugged it, and tried to poison his food, but he detected the plot and escaped. In Nyeri, he alleged a similar attempt during a meeting with the Kikuyu Council of Elders.
In response, the National Police Service (NPS) issued a statement through spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga, reaffirming its commitment to neutrality and the protection of all individuals.
The NPS encouraged Gachagua to liaise directly with police at various levels should he feel the need for additional security, including ahead of any public events or travel.
Despite the summons, Gachagua did not appear at the DCI headquarters on the scheduled date. The DCI has expressed willingness to listen to him and record his statement to facilitate thorough investigations into the matter.
The situation underscores the importance of addressing security concerns through appropriate legal and procedural channels to ensure the safety and well-being of all citizens.
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