UDA Politician Speaks on Involvement in Fake Gold Scam

Trans-Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang has vehemently refuted accusations made by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) regarding his purported role in a counterfeit gold scheme within the nation.

In a statement released on Sunday, the Senator expressed his distress over the DCI’s claims, asserting that they have inflicted significant harm upon his standing and character.

Chesang pledged to pursue all requisite legal remedies to rectify what he contends are unfounded assertions, firmly declaring his determination to safeguard his reputation.

He emphasized the crucial importance of conducting thorough and scrupulous investigations to unearth the factual circumstances surrounding the allegations. Chesang’s resolve to clear his name is resolute, and he maintains that the truth must prevail in this matter.

The Senator further denied that he is involved in the trade, associated with flashy lifestyle and extravagance, especially in Nairobi. 

Three people have since been arrested in Nairobi’s Runda estate over their involvement in the scam. 

Chesang also accused a local media outlet of dragging his name in the case arguing that the news was unverified.

He argued that it was essential that such allegations be verified before being reported.

“I am not in custody, and these accusations are false. I urge you to uphold responsible journalism and fact-check before sharing such damaging information,” he added.  

According to the  DCI, the suspects targeted a South African national who had been directed to Kilimani to initiate the deal.

“The victim had been directed to Kilimani where he was picked before being driven to Runda, where the deal was to be sealed. Unbeknownst to the scammers, detectives had laid an ambush close to Momesa Vale from where they struck and made the arrests,” DCI wrote.

The South African national allegedly bought 30 kgs of gold that were scheduled to be transported to Dubai from Sierra Leone through Kenya and lodged a complaint to DCI leading to a raid.