Jimi Wanjigi demands the return of his confiscated goods.

Businessman Jimi Wanjigi has taken legal action, seeking the return of items worth over Ksh. 8.5 million (approximately USD 68,801) that were confiscated during a police raid on his residence on August 8, 2024. 

In his court application, Wanjigi has listed 36 items that he claims were illegally seized by law enforcement, including valuable electronics, high-end jewelry, and cash.

Among the electronics, Wanjigi detailed the confiscation of several Apple and Samsung devices, including an iPhone 15 ProMax, an iPhone 14, two Samsung Flip 5 smartphones, an Apple laptop, multiple iPads, and a Samsung tablet. 

He also mentioned the loss of a house communication gadget and a network video recorder.

Wanjigi’s jewelry collection, which was part of the confiscated items, features luxury brands such as Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels. 

The collection includes Cartier Hoop Love Earrings, rings with diamonds, and pairs of Pave Diamond Stud Earrings. 

Other listed pieces include a Van Cleef and Arpels pendant and rings by Mejuri. High-end timepieces, such as a Patek Philippe Calatrava and a Casio Dual Time Vintage watch, were also included in the claim, along with Apple AirPods Max, Bose earbuds, and a variety of other luxury accessories.

Wanjigi also claimed that cash amounting to USD 570 was also taken from people who were present during the raid.

Wanjigi has filed this case seeking the return of the confiscated items and has accused the police of illegally seizing these valuable possessions during the raid.

“Pending the hearing and determination of the Application and Suit, the Court be and is hereby pleased to grant an Order directing the Respondents to return to the Plaintiffs/Applicants the following items illegally confiscated from the Plaintiffs,” the application reads in part.

“Pending the hearing and determination of the application, the Honourable Court be and is hereby pleased to grant an order restraining the defendants or anyone acting under their instructions, behest, direction, or authority from confiscating and/or destroying any property belonging to the plaintiffs.”

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