The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has declared Stephenson Oduor Ouma, alias Kodhek, wanted over alleged conspiracy to defraud and stealing by agent in a case involving insurance premiums at Signature Insurance Agency.

In a public notice, the DCI said Ouma is wanted under a warrant of arrest issued by the Milimani Chief Magistrate’s Court in connection with Criminal Case No. E647 of 2023.

The suspect is accused of offences of conspiracy to defraud, contrary to Section 317 of the Penal Code, and stealing by agent, contrary to Section 283(3), following allegations that he misappropriated insurance premiums at the agency.

Section 317 of the Penal Code criminalises conspiracy to defraud, involving an agreement between two or more people to use dishonest means to deprive another person of money, property or financial benefits.

The circumstances surrounding the alleged misappropriation and the amount of money involved were not disclosed in the notice.

The DCI said Ouma failed to attend court for judgment on March 24, 2026, and remains at large, prompting the renewed appeal for information on his whereabouts.

According to the notice, the suspect's home particulars are listed as Bungoma County, Bungoma Sub-County, Kanduyi Division, Township Location and Township Sub-Location.

The agency is urging members of the public who may have information that could lead to his arrest to report it to the authorities.

Information can be shared anonymously through the DCI's toll-free hotline, 0800 722 203, or via WhatsApp on 0709 570 000.

Members of the public may also report to the nearest police station or use the National Police Service emergency numbers 999, 911 or 112.

The DCI said information provided by the public could assist in locating the suspect and ensuring that he is brought before the court to answer the charges.

The case relates to alleged financial misconduct involving insurance premiums, with the court process expected to determine the allegations against Ouma.

The allegations remain subject to determination through the judicial process.