WASHINGTON D.C., United States — Fifteen Kenyan nationals currently residing in the United States have been arrested and processed for deportation following a sweep by the Trump administration. These individuals are among a larger group of foreign nationals recently categorized by authorities as the “worst of the worst.”
This designation comes as part of a new initiative by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
On Monday, the department launched a webpage titled “Worst of the Worst,” which publicly catalogs the names, photographs, and criminal histories of approximately 10,000 individuals.
According to the DHS, these specific profiles represent “criminal aliens” who have been apprehended by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Profiles of the accused
The group of Kenyans includes 14 men and one woman, detained across various states for offenses ranging from financial fraud and driving under the influence (DUI) to violent crimes and kidnapping.
Naserian Montet, the sole woman among the Kenyan nationals listed, was arrested in Spanish Fork, Utah. Despite a demeanor described as contrasting with her criminal label, DHS records indicate she was found guilty of assault and violation of a court order.
List of detainees and charges
The following individuals have been identified by the DHS as threats to US national security or public safety based on their convictions:
- Mohamed Chekchekani (San Pedro, California): Perhaps facing the most severe charges on the list, Chekchekani was convicted of kidnapping a minor and violating the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organisations Act (RICO).
- Kevin Gunyanyi (Pennsylvania): Convicted of assault and terroristic threat offenses.
- Moses Okoth (Nashville, Tennessee): Convicted of aggravated assault.
- Boniface Mburu (Georgia): Convicted of aggravated assault and stolen property.
- Alfred Obiero (Colorado Springs): Convicted of assault, driving under the influence, and domestic violence.
- Isaac Githinji (Arizona): Labeled “worst of the worst” specifically for “flight to avoid prosecution.”
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Financial and property crimes
Several individuals were detained regarding fraud and theft:
- Collins Keanche (Minnesota): Convicted of check forgery and money laundering.
- Clement Mulovi (Houston, Texas): Convicted of fraud.
- Antony Karia (Seattle, Washington): Convicted of fraud, false statement, and hit-and-run.
- Francis Mungai (Massachusetts): Convicted of receiving stolen property.
- Bethuel Gathu (California): Convicted of robbery.
Substance-related offenses
- Moffat Muriithi (Texas): Convicted of drug-related offenses.
- Patrick Mwangi (Texas): Convicted of driving under the influence.
- Daniel Kathii (Texas): Convicted of driving under the influence.
