EACC Arrests Busia Court Clerk Over Alleged KSh 180,000 Bribe
Busia court clerk Wesley Kipkoech Langat arrested by EACC for allegedly soliciting KSh 180,000 bribe to influence a criminal case outcome.
By John Mtongoi Newsroom
August 24, 2026
2 min read
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has detained Wesley Kipkoech Langat, a clerk at Busia Law Courts, over allegations of soliciting and receiving a KSh 180,000 bribe.
Langat is accused of acting as an intermediary for a magistrate by demanding the money to secure a lenient sentence in a criminal case involving a complainant and six co-accused persons. The case relates to a commercial vehicle impounded over traffic offenses.
Details of the Arrest
- EACC launched an operation following a report about the bribery demand.
- Langat was arrested after allegedly receiving the KSh 180,000 payment.
- He was taken to the Commission’s Western Regional Office in Bungoma for processing before being booked at Bungoma Police Station.
Context and Commission's Statement
The EACC emphasized that the arrest is part of ongoing efforts to fight corruption within public institutions, especially at critical points of citizen-government interaction. The commission reiterated its commitment to pursuing individuals involved in bribery to safeguard the integrity of public service and the justice system.
This case highlights the commission's focus on rooting out corruption in the judiciary, which is essential for maintaining public trust in legal processes.
