A man identified as Lewis Murai Njuguna was on Wednesday arraigned in a Nairobi court, facing charges of impersonating a Senior Superintendent of Police in an incident that reportedly took place at the Green Park Police Post.
According to court filings, Njuguna, who resides in Ndelya, Kiambu County, allegedly entered the police post on October 13, 2025, and introduced himself to officers on duty as a senior-ranking officer in the National Police Service. His behavior reportedly raised suspicion among officers who proceeded to question his identity.
Details of the Impersonation Charge
The accused faces one count of impersonating a police officer, contrary to Section 101(b) of the National Police Service Act.
The law makes it an offence for any person to falsely represent themselves as a police officer without written authority from the Inspector General.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Parliament Unit is leading the prosecution, which has listed four witnesses to testify against the accused:
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PC Mathew Kigen
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PC Aloyce Opiyo
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IP Murang’a
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PC Njogu
According to the charge sheet, Njuguna “without the written authority of the Inspector General, pretended to be a police officer and presented himself to officers on duty at the Green Park Police Post as a Senior Superintendent of Police.”
Arrest and Court Proceedings
The court documents indicate that Njuguna was arrested without a warrant on the same day the alleged impersonation occurred. He remained in custody for two days before his formal arraignment at the Milimani Law Courts on October 15, 2025.
During the initial hearing, the prosecution did not oppose bail but requested that strict bond conditions be imposed to guarantee the accused’s attendance in future proceedings.
Principal Magistrate Benmark Ekhubi, after considering submissions from both sides, granted Njuguna a bond of KSh 200,000. The accused will remain in custody until he meets the bond requirements.
Upcoming Testimonies and Trial
The four listed officers are expected to testify in the upcoming hearings, narrating the events that led to Njuguna’s arrest and how he was exposed as a fake police officer.
The prosecution will seek to prove that Njuguna knowingly and deliberately impersonated a police officer to gain access or influence.
Under Kenyan law, impersonating a police officer is a serious offence that carries significant penalties, including a fine and imprisonment, upon conviction.
Legal Perspective: Rise in Impersonation Cases
Legal experts note that impersonation of security officers has become a recurring issue in Nairobi and other urban areas, often used to intimidate civilians or evade arrest.
A senior police source speaking to CourtNews.co.ke emphasized that such cases undermine public trust in law enforcement, saying,
“Pretending to be a police officer not only violates the law but also puts genuine officers at risk. The public must always demand proper identification from anyone claiming to be an officer.”
Next Court Mention
The case will be mentioned on a later date for pre-trial directions. Njuguna remains in custody pending the fulfillment of his KSh 200,000 bond, as investigations and witness statements continue under the DCI Parliament Unit.