Nick Mutuma Appeals for Help After Film Gear Worth Millions Stolen in Westlands

Kenyan filmmaker and actor Nick Mutuma is appealing to the public for assistance after losing film equipment, valued at millions of shillings, was stolen from a vehicle in Westlands.

The theft occurred early Sunday morning just outside Unga House, a busy commercial and office hub in the Westlands area of Nairobi. Director Brian Obra, who was using the equipment belonging to Nick Mutuma at the time, confirmed the incident and disclosed that the matter is already under investigation by authorities.

“It is quite an unfortunate loss for myself, and for Nick as well,” Obra said in a public statement. He explained the profound professional impact of the theft, stating: “I can’t begin to explain how much of my livelihood is pegged on this equipment,” his request for the public’s help in locating the items.

The stolen inventory includes a range of professional-grade camera bodies, lenses and audio-visual accessories, making it difficult for the filmmakers to continue their work without replacement costs. 

The stolen equipment includes a Sony FX3 Body, complete with a SmallRig Cage, SmallRig V-Mount Battery Plate and SmallRig Top Handle. The camera was paired with a Sony 16-35 Lens, a Tamron 35-150 Lens and a Sony 50mm lens, alongside a DJI RS3 Pro gimbal and a Sirui SH25 Tripod for stabilisation.

For monitoring and lighting, the filmmakers lost an Atomos NEON 17″ 4K 10-Bit HDR Cinema Monitor, a FEELWORLD FW279 7 Inch Ultra Bright Monitor, a Godox High Speed Sync Flash LED Light FV150, and a Nanlite PavoTube 30C 4′ LED Tube Light.

The audio and power equipment stolen includes a Sennheiser EW 100 ENG G4 wireless microphone set, a Hollyland Lark Max Sound Kit, a RODE VideoMic GO, two Sony camera batteries, two ZGCine V-Mount batteries, and various dummy batteries and adapters. Additionally, a Leatherman multi-tool and a Feelworld Cut 6 Monitor were also taken.

The filmmakers have urged anyone who might come across these specific items being offered for sale especially through informal channels or at unusually low prices—to come forward with information. Obra stated that the public can reach out to them directly if they have any leads.

With the matter already reported to authorities, the creative team is hoping for a swift resolution that will allow them to recover their livelihood and resume their film projects.