Detectives from Kayole Police Station have arrested one of the suspects linked to a brazen armed robbery that disrupted a women’s chama meeting at a salon in Saika, Nairobi, on July 26, 2026.
Dennis Macharia, also known as Mahua (full name Denis Macharia Mwaniki), was apprehended in an intelligence-led operation in the Korogocho area.
The 26-year-old, who hails from Murang’a County, is alleged to have been one of two men who stormed the salon while armed with a pistol.
The pair robbed a group of unsuspecting women of KSh 50,000 in cash and several mobile phones, turning a peaceful gathering into a scene of terror.
Police recovered a motorcycle registration KMDE 473B, believed to have been used as a getaway vehicle during the robbery, along with two knives that have been detained as exhibits.
Macharia is currently undergoing processing ahead of his arraignment in court. He faces charges of robbery with violence contrary to sections 295 as read with 296(2) of the Penal Code.The second suspect remains at large.
Detectives are pursuing additional leads in an effort to track and apprehend him.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has appealed to members of the public with any information that could assist the investigation to come forward.
Tips can be shared anonymously via the toll-free line 0800 722 203 or WhatsApp number 0709 570 000 under the #FichuaKwaDCI campaign.
Authorities described the operation as a significant step in addressing violent robberies targeting women in residential and commercial areas of Nairobi’s Eastlands. Further updates are expected as the investigation continues and the suspect is presented in court.
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