The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) launched an investigation into alleged bribery involving the Chief Magistrate at Thika Law Courts Stellah Bonareri Nyaboke Atambo.
According to the commission, multiple complaints have been lodged accusing the magistrate of soliciting and receiving bribes from accused persons in criminal cases before her court.
This came as it emerged the magistrate had obtained a court order stopping the probe.
EACC stated that the bribes were allegedly collected through Patrick Njeri Muriithi, a clerk working under the magistrate.
The commission believes that money was exchanged on various dates, raising suspicions of corruption within the judiciary.
On Thursday, March 13, 2025, EACC officers, armed with search warrants, conducted raids at the residences of both Atambo and the court clerk.
The operation aimed to secure documents and evidence relevant to the ongoing investigations.
During the search, officers recovered Sh2,070,000 in cash hidden inside a laptop bag at the magistrate’s residence.
The commission suspects the money is linked to the alleged bribery scheme.
In addition to the cash, various documents believed to be crucial to the investigation were also seized.
Atambo and Muriithi have been taken to EACC headquarters for questioning and to record their statements regarding the allegations.
EACC Secretary and Chief Executive Officer Abdi A. Mohamud confirmed the operation, reiterating the commission’s commitment to fighting corruption within the judiciary and other public offices.
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