The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has apprehended two individuals accused of impersonating EACC officials and extorting money from public officials and members of the public in the Western Region.

Tobias Singila Wekesa, 23, and Sharon Nanjala Anyango, 26, were arrested at a National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) office in Bungoma County.

The pair had reportedly staged a fake “raid,” claiming to be on official duty investigating NG-CDF projects.

They allegedly demanded bribes from the officials, threatening to sanction them if they failed to comply.

According to EACC, Wekesa had been posing as the “Director of EACC Kakamega County,” a non-existent position, while Anyango claimed to be the “Director at EACC Nairobi.”

Both are believed to be university students exploiting their false titles to manipulate and intimidate their victims.

The suspects are currently in custody at Bungoma Central Police Station, where they are awaiting further processing.

They are expected to face charges related to impersonation, fraud and attempted extortion.

The EACC has urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities involving individuals claiming to be anti-corruption officers.

The commission reaffirmed its commitment to rooting out corruption and protecting citizens from fraudulent schemes under its #TuangamizeUfisadiTuijengeKenya campaign.

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