57 army recruits arrested over fake admission letters

Eldoret West DCIO Samatar Ali displays fake Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) recruitment calling letters seized during the reporting date for new recruits at the Recruits Training School in Uasin Gishu County. 57 people were arrested for presenting fake or suspicious calling letters. (PHOTO: KEVIN TUNOI/ STANDARD)

Some 57 military recruits who reported for training at Moi Barracks have been arrested over fake admission letters.

According to a list in possession of the police, the 57 persons were arrested by the military police on October 3 when they were checking in at the Recruits Training School (RTS).