DCI INVESTIGATES RUSSIAN NATIONAL OVER NON-CONSENSUAL RECORDING OF KENYAN WOMEN

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched an inquiry into disturbing allegations involving a suspected Russian national accused of the non-consensual recording and distribution of intimate videos featuring Kenyan women.

In a press statement by John Marete, the agency confirmed it has taken a serious view of the matter, which it says constitutes a grave violation of privacy and personal dignity. “The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has noted with grave concern, the alleged non-consensual recording and subsequent circulation of intimate videos involving Kenyan women by a suspected Russian national,” read the statement issued on February 17, 2026.

The DCI condemned the act, calling it a form of technology-facilitated gender-based violence, “serious violations of privacy, personal dignity, and the rights of victims as enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya.”

According to the statement, the suspected crimes fall under a raft of local statutes, including the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act and the Penal Code. The DCI revealed that its specialised cybercrime and gender-based violence units have been deployed to gather evidence, trace digital footprints, and identify the suspect.

Given the cross-border nature of the crime, the DCI also stated it is moving to coordinate with international law enforcement partners and relevant foreign authorities. Furthermore, the investigation will not be limited to the primary suspect. “any individuals or entities involved in the recording, dissemination, or further circulation of the harmful content.“

The DCI urged the affected individuals to come forward. “The DCI urges the affected individuals, victims or witnesses to come forward and record statements at the DCI headquarters. All statements will be handled with the utmost confidentiality, dignity, sensitivity, and respect for the privacy and well-being of the complainants.”

The agency also issued a warning to the public about the legal consequences of sharing the content. “Members of the public are reminded that sharing, reposting, or further circulating such non-consensual intimate content perpetuates secondary victimisation and may attract criminal liability under Kenyan law.”