A cloud of mystery has engulfed the sudden disappearance of former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju, after authorities confirmed they have launched full-scale investigations into his whereabouts.
In a press statement released by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on Sunday, March 22, 2026, detectives revealed that Tuju was officially reported missing by his family earlier that day, triggering immediate concern within security circles and the public.
According to investigators, a major breakthrough in the case came when Tuju’s vehicle was discovered abandoned along Miotoni Lane in the upscale Karen area of Nairobi.
Even more puzzling, the car was found with its hazard lights still on, suggesting a sudden or unexpected stop.
A security guard from a nearby institution is said to have raised the alarm after noticing the suspiciously parked vehicle, prompting a swift response from officers at Karen Police Station.
Crime scene experts were later deployed to process the area, and the vehicle has since been towed for forensic examination.
Despite these developments, Tuju’s whereabouts remain unknown.
Efforts by authorities to reach him have been unsuccessful, with his mobile phone reportedly switched off since the time of his disappearance.
The DCI has now escalated the matter by deploying a specialised investigative team to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The team is working closely with multiple government agencies, signaling the seriousness and sensitivity of the case.
However, in a twist that has sparked speculation, detectives disclosed that attempts to access Tuju’s residence along Mwitu Drive were denied by his family.
Authorities have since urged full cooperation from all parties, emphasising that unrestricted access to key locations and timely sharing of information are crucial to solving the case.
The refusal has raised eyebrows, with Kenyans online already questioning whether there could be more to the story than meets the eye.
As investigations intensify, the DCI is appealing to members of the public who may have seen Tuju, his vehicle, or any suspicious activity around Miotoni Lane or the greater Karen area before or after March 21 to come forward.
Authorities have assured that any information shared will be treated with utmost confidentiality.
Kenyans have taken to social media to express concern, with many calling for swift action and transparency in the probe, while others speculate on possible scenarios ranging from abduction to political intrigue.
For now, one question remains unanswered: What really happened to Raphael Tuju?
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have promised to provide updates as new developments emerge.
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