Thursday, April 17, 2025 - Detectives in Kenya have arrested two men, Alex Mugo Wachira and Simon Chomba Mbogo, who masquerade as ‘stunning’ female masseuses offering top-tier massage sessions to rob the clients.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) disclosed
this in a statement on Thursday, April 17, 2025.
According to DCI, the suspects rob clients of their
valuables and force them to transfer money at knife point.
“Kasarani
detectives have apprehended two men who have been pulling off an online con by
posing as stunning females offering professional massage, only to massage away
their clients’ valuables instead,” the statement read.
"The
suspects, Alex Mugo Wachira and Simon Chomba Mbogo, have been luring
unsuspecting clients by advertising “professional massage services” online. But
instead of a relaxing massage, victims are met with a not-so-soothing surprise.
"One
such victim, perhaps dreaming of scented oils and spa music, reported the
ordeal to the Kasarani Police Station. Enticed by what seemed to be two
attractive women offering top-tier massage sessions, he made his way to their
supposed spa residence along Lumumba Drive, Kasarani.
"However,
moments into the "massage," things took a sharp turn. The two whipped
out knives, revealing their true identities and zero massage knowledge. Under
duress, the victim was forced to transfer Sh280,000 to the suspects' phone
number, robbed of his valuables before being unceremoniously thrown out.
"Investigations
were initiated, and through forensic leads, the two were arrested while having
a good time at a chilling spot in Kamiti prison area, probably using the stolen
cash.
“The duo is
currently in custody, undergoing processing pending arraignment.”
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