DCI operationalizes Forensic Chemistry Unit to bolster science-driven investigations

In a landmark step toward modernizing criminal investigations in Kenya, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) officially operationalized its new Forensic Chemistry Unit at the National Forensic Laboratory, marking a major boost to science-led justice.

The milestone signals a new era of evidence-based investigations, positioning the DCI at the forefront of technological advancement and investigative excellence in the country.

The operationalization ceremony was presided over by the Director of Forensic Services, Rosemary Kuraru, who described the new unit as more than a technical upgrade.

She emphasized that the facility represents a vital bridge between science and justice, ensuring that evidence presented in court is backed by rigorous, credible, and scientifically sound analysis.

The fully equipped unit is now capable of receiving and analyzing critical samples including narcotic drugs, explosive materials and fire accelerants used in arson investigations.

By internalizing complex chemical analyses, the DCI significantly reduces reliance on external laboratories, expedites investigations, and enhances the integrity of evidentiary processes.

Kuraru expressed appreciation to the Director of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, Mohamed Amin, whose leadership was instrumental in bringing the advanced facility to fruition.

The unit will be headed by Dr. David K. Sang, a seasoned forensic chemistry expert, ensuring operations are guided by professionalism, technical excellence, and strict adherence to international forensic standards.

The launch underscores the DCI’s unwavering commitment to strengthening forensic capacity and upholding the rule of law.

By leveraging advanced chemical analysis technologies, investigators can now generate more precise and defensible evidence, reinforcing the credibility of prosecutions and safeguarding the integrity of Kenya’s criminal justice system.

With the Forensic Chemistry Unit now operational, the DCI continues to cement its role as a modern, science-driven investigative agency — safeguarding justice, one sample at a time.