Isaac Mwangi

Forensic investigations and financial crime risk professional with over 20 years' progressive experience in economic and commercial crimes, fraud investigations, and enforcement of compliance within highly regulated environments. CPA(K) and BCom (Finance) holder with a strong background in complex investigations, evidence analysis, stakeholder coordination, and report writing. Proven track record working with law enforcement, regulators, and multiple stakeholders on sensitive and high-impact cases.

Adept at leading investigations teams, analysing transaction data, identifying control weaknesses, and recommending practical fraud prevention and control enhancement measures. Highly ethical, analytical, and detail-oriented, with strong communication and leadership skills.

Police Detective – Economic & Commercial Crimes Investigations - Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Kenya - Kenya

(2019-07)

• Lead and conduct complex investigations into economic and commercial crimes including fraud, forgery, financial misappropriation, cyber-enabled crime, and other white-collar offences.
• Analyse financial records, bank accounts, payment transaction trails, and supporting documentation to identify fraudulent schemes, control weaknesses, and responsible parties.
• Coordinate with banks, mobile network operators, regulatory agencies, and other institutions to obtain transaction data, system logs, and digital evidence to support investigations.
• Direct and guide junior officers in planning and executing investigations, delegating tasks, reviewing case work, and ensuring adherence to investigative procedures and timelines.
• Prepare comprehensive investigation reports, evidentiary briefs, and summaries for prosecution, disciplinary action, or recovery processes.
• Provide expert input on fraud trends, emerging schemes, and control gaps observed during investigations, recommending preventive and detective measures.
• Maintain high standards of evidence handling, chain of custody, and documentation in line with legal and professional requirements.

Police Officer / General Crime Investigator - Kenya Police Service, Kenya - Kenya

(2003-05 - 2019-07)

• Investigated a wide range of criminal cases, collecting, preserving, and analysing physical, documentary, and testimonial evidence.
• Prepared investigation files, statements, and reports for internal review and court proceedings, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Applied analytical and problem-solving skills to identify links, patterns, and modus operandi in criminal activities.
• Engaged with the public, victims, witnesses, and other stakeholders, demonstrating strong communication, empathy, and professionalism.
• Worked effectively in multidisciplinary teams and under pressure while managing multiple concurrent cases.

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance - Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya (2013-01 - 2019-07)

Certified Public Accountant of Kenya – CPA(K) - Accounting - Achievers College of Professionals, Embu, Kenya (2010-01 - 2013-12)

Police Training - General Crime Investigations - Kenya Police College, Kiganjo, Kenya (2003-05 - 2004-03)