Wanted Nigerian Cybercrime Suspect Arrested at JKIA

A Nigerian national wanted for a cybercrime offense was on Monday arrested at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).

Sanchez Charles Ogochukwu was nabbed while preparing to board a Nigeria-bound flight at JKIA, according to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).

His arrest was as a result of a collaboration between DCI detectives and immigration officers based at the Nairobi airport.

“Our watchful detectives pounced on Sanchez Charles Ogochukwu, as he prepared to board a Nigeria-bound flight,” the DCI said in a statement.

“Ogwochuku, who is wanted for a Cyber Crime offense, was intercepted following a successful operation conducted together with our immigration counterparts.”

The DCI did not reveal the specific crime committed by Ogwochuku.

“Should you have any information that would help us in guaranteeing your safety & security, simply dial 0800 722 203,” the DCI added.