How DCI Nabbed CRE Teacher with KNEC papers
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Kenya made a significant arrest in Kiambu County on Friday, apprehending a teacher who allegedly engaged in the sale of counterfeit papers for the upcoming Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams.
The suspect, Nicholas Ngumbau Kalewa, had adopted the nickname “Mr. Examiner” and was a Christian Religious Education (CRE) teacher at St. Lilian Academy in Gikambura village, Kiambu County. His arrest was the result of a well-orchestrated operation by the DCI.
Ngumbau had established a sophisticated network to interact with potential customers, intending to profit from his scheme. He operated through ten separate WhatsApp and Telegram accounts, offering counterfeit exam papers for a fee. These papers were available for purchase at a rate of Ksh1,500 each, with an additional option to acquire the marking scheme for an extra Ksh500.
The DCI disclosed, “Mr. Examiner had opened over 10 WhatsApp and Telegram accounts where he was hawking the fake exam papers at a partly Ksh1,500 per paper and Ksh2,000 for a complete examination paper with its marking scheme.”
How DCI Nabbed CRE Teacher with KNEC papers
Initially, the suspect operated discreetly, cautioning parents and students not to engage in unrelated discussions that might disrupt his operations. He focused solely on facilitating transactions related to the purchase of exam papers.
Detectives learned of Ngumbau’s illegal activities and infiltrated his network and distribution channels, assuming the roles of eager students seeking exam materials. Unaware that he was under surveillance, Ngumbau continued his illicit trade, conducting transactions with those who showed genuine interest, including the undercover detectives. He refrained from engaging in conversations unrelated to the sale of exam materials.
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Following their investigation, detectives launched a manhunt for the suspect and swiftly arrested him in Gikambura village, Kiambu County. During the arrest, several SIM cards believed to have been used in the fraudulent scheme were also seized. This arrest represents a significant step in combating exam malpractice in Kenya.
