Hashim Dagane Muhumed, the main suspect in the recent killings of three women in Eastleigh, has been taken into custody by detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
His apprehension came after a thorough investigation conducted by the Criminal Research and Investigations Bureau, culminating in his arrest at a concealed location in Kamukunji, Nairobi.
Currently, the suspect is undergoing questioning at the DCI headquarters and is anticipated to appear in court on Monday.
Dagane had been evading capture for 12 days following accusations linking him to the brutal murders of three women in Eastleigh, Nairobi.
On Saturday, surveillance footage revealed his presence in a building in Eastleigh, prompting the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to ramp up their search efforts.
A comprehensive manhunt was initiated, with investigators tracking his movements through forensic evidence.
Despite his attempts to avoid detection, including using various phone numbers to mislead authorities, Dagane was apprehended on Sunday in Kamukunji. After being identified as the prime suspect, he faced a brief interrogation at the local police station before being transferred to the DCI headquarters for more extensive questioning by homicide investigators.
During this process, authorities uncovered multiple forged documents in his possession, including a counterfeit Kenyan identification card. Investigators learned that Dagane had previously served as a regional police officer in a neighboring country before moving to Kenya, where he worked as a driver for various schools in Eastleigh.
There are also allegations that he had been incarcerated for a prior murder involving a family member. Dagane is suspected of being behind the abduction and murder of three women: Amina Abidarashid, Nusayba Abdi, and Warris Daud. The victims’ bodies were found in different areas of Nairobi and Machakos. A vehicle believed to have been used in the abduction was discovered abandoned at Wakulima Market.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are focusing on uncovering the motive behind the killings and whether Dagane acted independently or had accomplices. Another suspect is currently in custody and is reportedly assisting detectives with their inquiries.
