City businessman David Kinyua Ndegwa has landed in legal trouble after being charged with fraud involving a whopping Sh6.8 million. The case, which was heard on Friday before Milimani Chief Magistrate Susan Shitubi, revolves around allegations that Ndegwa duped a potential homebuyer under pretences.
According to court documents, David Kinyua Ndegwa is accused of fraudulently obtaining Sh6,880,000 from a man identified as Richard Emoru Oboo. The money was allegedly paid between October 31, 2016, and June 1, 2018, under the promise that Ndegwa would assist Oboo in purchasing a three-bedroom apartment along Ngong Road in Nairobi.
The prosecution claimed that Ndegwa knowingly misrepresented his ability to facilitate the house purchase, fully aware that he had no such power or authority. The complainant, trusting the businessman, parted with millions only to later discover it was all a scam.
Appearing in court, David Kinyua Ndegwa denied the charges and pleaded for leniency in bond terms. His legal team argued that he is not a flight risk and should be given favourable bail conditions as he prepares to defend himself in the trial.
After reviewing the plea, Magistrate Susan Shitubi granted David Kinyua Ndegwa a cash bail of Sh100,000, allowing him temporary freedom as the case proceeds.
This incident sheds light on the increasing number of property-related fraud cases in Nairobi and serves as a warning to potential homebuyers to exercise caution and due diligence when engaging in real estate transactions.
The case against David Kinyua Ndegwa continues to unfold, with the court expected to set a date for the next hearing.
