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- Emmanuel Mukira Mosabi was arrested in Kuria West, Migori County, for impersonating a Kenya Power officer, with authorities recovering Kenya Power equipment in his possession.
- This arrest, prompted by public vigilance, comes amidst ongoing efforts to combat fraudulent activities, with another individual nabbed the day prior for similar offenses in Uriri, Migori County, highlighting the authorities’ commitment to safeguarding utility services’ integrity.
A man accused of impersonating a Kenya Power officer finds himself in police custody following his arrest in Kuria West, Migori County.
Identified as Emmanuel Mukira Mosabi, the suspect was apprehended by authorities who recovered a Kenya Power meter and a customer user interface in his possession.
The arrest was prompted by vigilant members of the public who raised the alarm upon encountering the individual.
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According to Migori County’s acting manager, Moses Rotich, the suspect had been allegedly masquerading as a Kenya Power official, claiming to have been deployed to address an issue within the community.
Rotich emphasized the seriousness of the offense, highlighting the potential consequences of such fraudulent activities on the community and the utility provider.
Currently detained, the suspect awaits arraignment as police continue their investigation into the matter.
This incident closely follows another arrest made the previous day, where another individual was apprehended in possession of Kenya Power equipment in Mukuyu area, Uriri, Migori County.
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These arrests underscore the concerted efforts by law enforcement to curb such illicit activities and safeguard the integrity of utility services within the region.