The seven taken to court on Monday were Joseph Waswa, Duncan Muchai, Isaac Wajekeche, William Simiyu, David Luganya, Gilbert Kirunja and Anthony Wafula. It is alleged that they used mobile number 0722 208842 to call Sameer Africa chairman Naushad Merali, asking him to facilitate the release of the money for the purchase of land, while mimicking the voice of the President. WHAT HAPPENEDAccording to police, Mr Merali was outside the country on a business trip when the fraudsters called him. THE PROBEPolice want the seven suspects held at Muthaiga Police Station for 10 days so they finish the probe. During the operation, police seized four vehicles including a Toyota Land Cruiser, a Toyota Mark X , a Toyota Axio and a Toyota Crown.

Source: Daily Nation February 25, 2019 15:00 UTC