Kilimani: Man arrested for using stolen military ID to access cheap goods

Police in Kilimani, Nairobi, have arrested and detained a man accused of impersonating a military officer using a stolen identification card to obtain subsidised goods.

The suspect, identified as Silah Ouma Abongo, was arrested along KMC Landis Road and later escorted to Kilimani Police Station, where he was booked. The incident occurred on Friday, according to police.

Authorities said Abongo was found in possession of a military identification card belonging to Edwin Chetty Atsango, an active service officer.

Investigations indicate the suspect had been using the stolen card to illegally access subsidised goods from the Armed Forces Canteen Organisation (AFCO) by falsely presenting himself as a serviceman.

The arrest was carried out by three military officers - Sergeant Purity Chelagat, Sergeant Cliffton, and Senior Private Kevin Odero - who became suspicious of the suspect’s activities and conducted an inspection.

Police noted that Abongo appeared visibly intoxicated at the time of booking and was immediately placed in custody.

Kilimani police command said the suspect will remain detained as interrogations and further investigations continue. Officers are preparing to charge him with impersonation and fraud.

Police have also warned members of the public and service institutions to remain vigilant against individuals exploiting military identification for personal gain.