Two men suspected to be part of a drug trafficking network were arrested during a police operation at Suswa Shopping Centre in Narok County, where a vehicle loaded with nine sacks of cannabis sativa was intercepted.
The raid was carried out after investigators received reliable intelligence linking the suspects to illegal drug activities in the area. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations confirmed the operation, which is part of ongoing efforts to dismantle narcotics supply chains across the country.
According to a statement from DCI, officers from the Anti-Narcotics Unit, working jointly with the Transnational Organised Crime Unit, moved swiftly to stop a Nissan X-Trail believed to be transporting drugs.
"Acting on credible intelligence, the team executed a well-coordinated raid at the Suswa Shopping Centre in Narok County. There, they intercepted a Nissan X-Trail registration no. KDP 353U, which was found packed to the brim with the illicit cargo," the statement read in part on Tuesday.
The two suspects, identified as James Nyaikondo and Jackson Nyaikondo, were arrested at the scene. The vehicle and the drugs have been taken in as exhibits as detectives continue to piece together the case.
“The suspects are in custody as investigations continue. The vehicle and narcotics are being held as exhibits,” the statement confirmed.
This arrest adds to a growing list of similar operations carried out in recent months, aimed at disrupting the transport and distribution of illegal substances. Both suspects are expected to be taken to court once investigations are complete.
Authorities have appealed to members of the public to support the fight against drug trafficking by sharing any information they may have.
“We encourage members of the public to come forward with information. Usiogope!” the statement read. DCI also reminded the public that they can report anonymously through the #FichuaKwaDCI hotline: 0800 722 203 (toll-free) or via WhatsApp on 0709 570 000.
As investigations continue, the arrests have once again highlighted the role of intelligence-led operations in dealing with the growing threat of drug trafficking in the country. The suspects remain in custody as authorities prepare to present them in court.
