The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) on 28th January 2026 arrested Sergeant Gilbert Kiama Oduor, attached to Kisumu Mamboleo Police Post, for soliciting and receiving a bribe of KES 15,000.
Investigations began after a report indicated that Sergeant Kiama had demanded a bribe from a complainant whose relative had been taken into custody on allegations of possessing bhang.
The probe revealed that police officers from Mamboleo Police Post, led by the area chief, raided the home of John Oluoch on 23rd January 2026. Although no contraband was found, Oluoch was arrested and detained at the police post.
It is alleged that Sergeant Kiama later demanded a bribe from the complainant to prevent Oluoch from being taken to court. The complainant reported the incident to the Commission, triggering further investigations.
EACC investigators established that Oluoch was moved between different police cells while officers awaited the delivery of the bribe.
On 28th January 2026, a Commission operation at Winam Law Courts led to Sergeant Kiama’s arrest as he received KES 15,000 from the complainant.
Following the arrest, the police charged Oluoch with possession of bhang later the same afternoon, four days after his initial detention, contrary to the legal requirement that suspects be presented before a court within 24 hours.
Sergeant Kiama Oduor was processed at Railways and Ports Police Station and later released on bond pending the conclusion of investigations.
The Commission has warned public officers against engaging in corrupt practices and reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating bribery in public service delivery to ensure access to quality services for all citizens.
