DNK International By Our Reporter,Busia.
Panic and fear have gripped Busia Law Courts after it emerged that brokers and organized cartels have infiltrated court corridors, defrauding unsuspecting members of the public under the guise of offering legal assistance and case “facilitation”.
The alarming revelations come amid growing public concern over the rising presence of fake court intermediaries, a problem that has in recent years plagued several law courts across the country, particularly in major urban centers.
These cartels often target litigants unfamiliar with court procedures, promising quick fixes, favorable rulings, or expedited services in exchange for money.
The situation at Busia Law Courts was formally confirmed today by Judge William Musyoka, who acknowledged the existence of cartel networks operating within the court environment.
Musyoka warned that the presence of such individuals poses a serious threat to the integrity of the justice system and emphasized that urgent action must be taken, including the arrest and prosecution of those involved.
Investigations indicate that some of the suspects are highly sophisticated and flamboyant, posing as court clerks, legal aides, or well connected agents.
Notably, intelligence reports suggest that several of them relocated from courts in Nairobi after their fraudulent activities were uncovered, and have since shifted operations to regional courts with Busia now emerging as one of their new hotspots.
Court users have reported being approached within court corridors and compounds, where the brokers allegedly solicit bribes while claiming they can influence judicial officers or fast track cases.
Judiciary officials have cautioned members of the public to only seek services from authorized court staff and licensed advocates, warning that anyone offering shortcuts is likely to be a fraudster.
Security agencies and court administrators say enhanced surveillance, public sensitization, and enforcement measures are being put in place to dismantle the cartel networks and restore public confidence in the administration of justice at Busia Law Courts.
[DNK-International@February 2,
