A national from the Democratic Republic of Congo has been formally charged with committing a significant gold fraud that totals an astonishing Sh25.8 million. This case is currently being heard in a Nairobi court, drawing considerable attention from the public.
Nfundiko Kamira Jean Marie made his appearance in front of Milimani Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina, where he formally entered a plea of not guilty in response to the serious allegations that had been brought against him in court.
The charges state that between May 27 and July 31, 2024, in Nairobi City County, Kamira, in collaboration with unidentified accomplices, allegedly defrauded Tanner Caldwell Cook of a total of 200,100 US Dollars, which is equivalent to Sh25,812,900.
It has been alleged that Kamira intentionally misled Cook by making a false assertion regarding the sale of 50 kilograms of gold. This claim, which Kamira knew to be untrue, raises serious questions about his integrity and the trustworthiness of the information he provided to Cook during their dealings.
The prosecution firmly opposed any requests for bail, presenting a compelling argument that Kamira represents a significant flight risk. They emphasized that the gravity of the charges against him is substantial enough to justify his ongoing detention. Given the serious nature of the allegations, they believe it is essential for him to remain in custody until the trial reaches its conclusion, ensuring the integrity of the judicial process.
