Two well online influencers Pascaline Peter, popularly known as Passy Ma Trevor, and George Mutua Mutunga, alias Imran, were today charged with fraud in the Makadara Law Courts. The two faced allegations of defrauding the public of Ksh 80 million, enticing investors with the promise of high returns.
Appearing before Principal Magistrate Erick Mutunga, Passy Ma Trevor and Imran were accused of orchestrating a large-scale investment scheme in which they allegedly lured 79 individuals by offering a 23.5% monthly return on investments. This lucrative promise, authorities say, led many unsuspecting Kenyans to invest, only for their funds to disappear.
Prosecuting counsel Kaaria Joy Kawira stated that the fraudulent scheme was active from March 3, 2023, to August 30, 2024. During this period, Passy and Imran are alleged to have collected money from individuals across the country at unspecified locations. The accusations brought forward by the 79 complainants reveal a troubling case of financial deception that has left many in distress and exposed the risks associated with unregulated investment ventures led by social media influencers.
The court proceedings on Thursday mark a significant step in what is anticipated to be a high-profile case, as authorities work to ensure accountability and justice for the victims involved in the alleged scam.
