The Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI) has achieved a significant milestone after being ranked as the top investigative agency in Africa.[โฆ]CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLEโถ
This is according to a recent survey conducted byย Kenyaย Trak, a reputable research and survey organisation.
The survey assessed various agencies based on their effectiveness in handling major criminal cases, operational capabilities, and the implementation of innovative investigative methods.
In a statement released on Friday, September 27, the National Police Service stated the recognition underscores the DCI’s unwavering commitment.
“The Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI) has been ranked the top investigative agency in Africa, following a recent survey conducted by Kenya Trak, a research and survey firm, .The survey evaluated various agencies’ effectiveness in tackling significant criminal cases, their operational capabilities, and their adoption of innovative investigative methods.
The service highlighted the investigative agency’s consistent efforts to enhance its abilities. According to NPS,ย DCIย had formed partnerships with international agencies such as INTERPOL, the FBI, the German Agency for International Cooperation, and the National Crime Agency.
The collaborations have reportedly facilitated knowledge sharing, training for investigators, and the incorporation of advanced technology in various investigative domains, including cybercrime, forensic investigations, anti-terrorism, and anti-narcotics operations.
“The DCI has been consistent in their pursuit of excellence in investigations through partnerships with other agencies including INTERPOL, FBI, German Agency for International Cooperation, National Crime Agency among others in sharing expertise, training investigators, and the adoption of technology to enhance their investigative capacity in various areas including cybercrime, forensic investigations, anti-terrorism, anti-narcotics among others,” continued the statement.
Earlier, Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (KIMC) Council chairperson Charles Owino defended police practices after the High Court ordered all officers to wear uniforms with nametags during protests.
Owino argued that the High Court’s ruling might not be practical for DCI officers, who traditionally operate in plain clothes and unmarked vehicles to handle criminals.
He explained that DCI officers’ standard procedure involves working undercover to identify and apprehend criminalsย embedded in demonstrationsโฆCLICK HERE TO READ MORE ARTICLES>>>
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