DPP opposes bail for Kenyan man wanted in US over cybercrime and identity theft charges
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has opposed the release on bail of a 74-year-old Kenyan man wanted in the United States to face multiple cybercrime and fraud charges.
Who is the suspect?
The suspect, Godfrey Mbogori, is wanted by authorities in the United States of America for trial over alleged involvement in a cybercrime scheme.
According to court documents, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, Richmond Division, issued a warrant of arrest on November 15, 2023.
What charges is he facing in the United States?
Mbogori is accused of several offences under Title 18 of the United States Code, including:
- Conspiracy to commit computer intrusions
- Conspiracy to commit wire fraud
- Aggravated identity theft and aiding and abetting
Why the DPP opposes bail
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions told the court it opposes releasing the suspect on bail pending the hearing and determination of extradition proceedings.
Prosecutors cited the serious nature of the offences and the risk of the suspect absconding if released.
How the suspect was arrested
Mbogori was arrested on February 19, 2026, in Meru County by officers attached to the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU) and the Joint Anti-Terrorism Task Force.
The arrest followed an INTERPOL Red Notice, indicating the suspect is wanted internationally.
Formal extradition request received
The court heard that the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions received a formal extradition request on February 26, 2026 from U.S. authorities.
Kenya’s international obligations
The prosecution team argued that Kenya has international obligations to cooperate in the suppression of transnational crime.
The team--led by Senior Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions Vincent Monda, Assistant Director of Public Prosecutions Duncan Ondimu, Principal Prosecution Counsel Victor Owiti, Magdalene Nduati, and Prosecution Counsel Fatma Shaban--warned that granting bail could undermine the integrity of the extradition process.
They told the court that releasing a suspect who is the subject of an active international arrest request could compromise Kenya’s commitment to international law and cooperation in fighting global crime.
What happens next
The court will determine whether Godfrey Mbogori will remain in custody as extradition proceedings continue, while authorities process the U.S. request for his surrender to face trial.
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