By James Okoth
A police sergeant stationed at Mamboleo Police Post in Kisumu County was on Monday, 28th January 2026, arrested by officers from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) after he was caught red-handed receiving a KSh15,000 bribe.
Sergeant Gilbert Kiama Oduor was apprehended at the Winam Law Courts, where he allegedly received the bribe from a complainant he had earlier solicited money from, in exchange for ensuring that the complainant’s relative would not be taken to court over alleged possession of bhang.
According to the EACC, the incident followed investigations triggered by a report from the complainant, who claimed that the officer had demanded the bribe to “influence” the case of one John Oluoch, arrested on 23rd January 2026 after a police raid led by the area chief. Despite no contraband being found during the raid, Oluoch was detained at Mamboleo Police Post for several days as officers allegedly pressed his relatives to raise the demanded money.
EACC detectives laid a trap that culminated in Kiama’s arrest as he collected the money. He was booked at the Railways and Ports Police Station, processed, and released on bond pending further investigations.
The Commission has since warned public officers against engaging in corrupt practices, reaffirming its resolve to stamp out bribery in public service delivery points to promote integrity and accountability.
