A private healthcare facility owner from Kakamega County has been arraigned at the Milimani Law Courts to face multiple criminal charges linked to the alleged falsification of medical records and laundering of funds obtained from the Social Health Authority (SHA).
Accused Faces Multiple Charges
The accused, Josephat Ouma Omoto, who owns Zion Ahadi Mediclinic Limited, is charged with falsifying health documents in violation of the Social Health Insurance Act. According to prosecutors, Omoto is accused of deliberately altering and fabricating patient medical records between January 1 and June 30, 2025, falsely indicating that patients had consented to or received treatment. The alleged actions were aimed at fraudulently claiming payments from the Social Health Authority.
Alleged Ksh2.5 Million Fraudulent Claims
In one of the counts, Omoto and his medical facility jointly face charges under the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act (POCAMLA) for allegedly acquiring Ksh2,591,125 through claims submitted to SHA. The prosecution alleges that the funds were received through a Cooperative Bank account, and that the accused knew, or ought to have known, that the money was obtained through criminal activity.
Charges of Using and Uttering False Documents
Omoto is also accused of using proceeds of crime, contrary to POCAMLA provisions, after allegedly benefiting from the funds despite knowledge of their illegal source. In addition, he faces three separate counts of uttering false documents, with prosecutors alleging that he submitted falsified inpatient discharge summaries to SHA officials to support fraudulent claims. The disputed documents relate to claims allegedly submitted on behalf of:
- Florence Rachael Atero (March 2025)
- Elida Munyokho Omukoyia (January 2025)
- Milka Omwaka Winnie (January 2025)
Court Orders Pre-Bail Report
During the court appearance, Omoto was described as a father of three who is living with diabetes. Police requested custodial orders as investigations continue. The court directed that a pre-bail report be prepared and submitted by Monday, after which the court will issue further directions regarding bond and bail terms. The case will be mentioned again once the report is filed.
