A 20-year-old woman, Ms. Clare Adindo Odhiambo, has come forward to clarify misinformation circulating online, claiming that she had been abducted by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI). The controversy began when photos of Odhiambo, which were shared on TikTok, were falsely accompanied by a caption suggesting she had been kidnapped by DCI officers.
Ms. Odhiambo, who presented herself at the DCI offices in Kibra, denied the allegations, stating that her name was not "Naomi" as claimed in the viral post. She further clarified that she had neither been abducted nor arrested by the police, and was not involved in any criminal activities. Her appearance at the DCI office was aimed at setting the record straight and addressing the misinformation.
"The photos being shared on social media were taken out of context, and the claims about my abduction are completely false," Odhiambo explained. "I am safe and in good health, and I have not been involved in any incidents with the DCI."
In response to the spread of the false information, the DCI issued a statement, condemning the circulation of misleading content that could cause panic among the public. The DCI emphasized that abduction and kidnapping are serious crimes that are punishable by law. The statement further assured the public that any such allegations would be thoroughly investigated, and those found responsible for spreading false claims would be held accountable.
"Abduction and kidnapping are serious violations of human rights, and the DCI does not condone any form of these crimes," the statement read. "We are committed to investigating all allegations related to such offenses and ensuring that justice is served."
The DCI also called on the public to report any suspicious activities and to refrain from spreading unverified information, stressing that working together as a community is key in combating crime and protecting citizens' rights.
This incident highlights the growing concern over the spread of misinformation on social media and the importance of verifying facts before sharing potentially damaging content. The DCI's statement reiterated that public safety and trust in law enforcement agencies are paramount, and that they would continue to uphold the rule of law in all their operations.