The circus surrounding abductions in the country has continued with the Directorate of Criminal Investigations now rubbishing claims by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah linking them to the crimes.
In a statement Thursday night, the agency denied claims by the senator that one of its vehicles was used in the abduction of Gideon Kibet alias Kibet Bull.
Omtatah earlier in the day shared a photo of a white Subaru, which he alleged belongs to the DCI, one he said was used in the mission.
"I led teams in conducting searches in police stations yesterday (Wednesday), spoke with persons of interest, reported the matter to the police, obtained information about the Subaru Forester mounted with communication equipment, ran the plate number details through the NTSA website, established that the plates were fake," Omtatah said on X.
He made the statement after reporting the alleged abdution of Bull at the Capitol Hill police station.
Acknowledging that it is aware of the missing individual, the DCI reiterated that investigations are ongoing.
"We wish to emphasise that these allegations are being taken with utmost seriousness...the DCI denies any association with the vehicle in question," a statement signed by John Marete on behalf of DCI boss Mohamed Amin reads.
Marete stated that the allegations by the senator are not only unfounded but also sensationalises a sensitive issue.
He reiterated the remarks by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja that all police operations are conducted within the confines of the constitution and established legal frameworks.
"The DCI supports this stance and reassures the public that no extrajudicial actions will be tolerated within our ranks."
The statement added that the DCI have received reports of alleged abductions, and that they are diligently working to investigate these claims.
This, as they any individual with credible information on the abductions to come forward and cooperate with investigators.
"The DCI remains open and transparent in handling such cases, ensuring that justice is pursued without prejudice or compromise," Marete said.
"The integrity of our investigations is paramount, and we take any attempts to undermine this process seriously."
According to the officer, detectives are fully committed to expediting investigations into the alleged abductions, and urged the public to refrain from making speculative statements that may hinder the progress of ongoing investigations.
He said earning the public's trust is essential in their quest for justice.
