Fifteen Kenyan nationals living in the United States have been arrested and placed on a list of individuals deemed “the worst of the worst” by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). These individuals are now set to be deported back to Kenya.
The group includes 14 men and one woman, whose names and criminal records were made public as part of a new initiative by the DHS, which launched a special webpage on Monday called “Worst of the Worst.” This list highlights the most serious offenders among the 10,000 individuals arrested for deportation under the Trump administration.
The crimes these individuals have been convicted of range from driving under the influence to robbery, fraud, and assault. Notably, the DHS has labeled them as threats to U.S. national security, which is why they are being prioritized for deportation.
Among the 15 Kenyans on the list is Naserian Montet, who was convicted of assault and violating a court order. She was arrested in Spanish Fork, Utah. Another individual, Alfred Obiero, has a history of assault, driving under the influence, and domestic violence, and was arrested in Colorado Springs.
Several others have been involved in serious crimes, including fraud, money laundering, aggravated assault, and even kidnapping. Isaac Githinji, for example, was arrested in Arizona after fleeing prosecution for his crimes. Collins Keanche, arrested in Minnesota, was convicted of check forgery and money laundering, while Bethuel Gathu, arrested in California, was convicted of robbery.
Other individuals on the list include Francis Mungai (convicted of receiving stolen property), Moses Okoth (convicted of aggravated assault), and Mohamed Chekchekani, who was convicted of kidnapping a minor and violating organized crime laws under the RICO Act.
The DHS’s new webpage aims to shine a light on criminal immigrants who have committed serious offenses in the U.S. and are now facing deportation. While these individuals are being labeled as some of the most dangerous criminals, it is clear that the U.S. government is determined to remove them from the country to protect public safety.
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) continues to carry out arrests and prepare these individuals for deportation to their home countries. For the Kenyans involved, the next step is their return to Kenya, where they will face the consequences of their criminal actions.
