The Directorate of Criminal Investigation have apprehended six suspects, Arrested Over KCSE Cheating and circulation. This they did through telegram platforms where they are Admins.
The Professor, as one of the suspects is known was operating a telegram channel of over 18,000 people. The channel known as Teachers Updates is said to be circulating examination materials which according to the Kenya National Examination Council, is illegal.
This comes after the Minister of Education, Ezekiel Machogu said the ministry is partnering with the Ministry of Interior to curb examination malpractices. READ: Machogu Introduces New Tactics To Curb Exam Cheating
AA multi-agency operation identified over 32 social media platforms including WhatsApp, Telegram and others to sell and share examination materials. This they did against the KNEC Act that criminalises such actions.
Back in October, The DCI arrested one Mr Examiner who is a CRE teacher and was operating a group and purporting to own examination materials. He was selling to unsuspecting parents. READ: The Hunt For “Exam Hawkers” Intensifies
IIn a statement, The Multi-agency said: “The DCI reminds youngsters holding on to the illusion that there exists a shortcut to riches and greatness, other than legitimate ventures, that such fraudulent practices are a sure way to a very small world within high walls.”
The six suspects arrested over KCSE cheating were arraigned today and charged with publication of false information. DCI also confirm that another suspect with another telegram channel was arrested after seeking line replacement services. This is after her telegram number was suspended and forced her to replace her line.
The ministry remains focused and according to the Education Minister, they will do everything possible to ensure that there is minimal cases of cheating. Today marked the first day of the KCSE examination and will run through this week.
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