The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a Nakuru Water and Sewerage Company (NAWASCO) employee over allegations of bribery.<\/p>\n
The suspect, Leonard Cheruiyot Mutai, a Leak Detection Officer, was apprehended on March 23, 2026, following a complaint by a member of the public who claimed the officer demanded Ksh 15,000 to facilitate the replacement of a confiscated water meter in Langa Langa Estate.<\/p>\n
Acting on the complaint, EACC conducted an operation that led to the arrest of the suspect while receiving the bribe.<\/p>\n
During the arrest, the detectives recovered Ksh 15,000 on hand, Ksh 100,000 hidden in socks, and Ksh 18,000 from his coat pocket.<\/p>\n
The suspect was taken to the Commission\u2019s South Rift Regional Office, Nakuru, for processing and later detained at Central Police Station.<\/p>\n
He was released on a police cash bail of Ksh20,000 pending the conclusion of the investigation.<\/p>\n
The EACC is urging members of the public to report corruption and to stand firm against bribery.<\/p>\n
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