Four suspects have been arrested in Athi River following a targeted anti-narcotics operation that led to the recovery of multiple packages and bales of dry cannabis.
The suspects, Marieta Mbula Nzuki, Irene Muthike, Josphat Maina, and Margaret Mbithe were apprehended during coordinated raids conducted by officers from the Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU) and the Transnational Organised Crime Unit (TOCU).
Acting on credible intelligence, the officers stormed two mabati houses in Kisumu Ndogo and a rented residential house at Ngimo Apartment, where the narcotics were recovered.
The suspects were subsequently escorted to Muthaiga Police Station, where they are undergoing processing ahead of their arraignment in court.
“The Directorate of Criminal Investigations remains resolute in its commitment to dismantling drug trafficking networks and protecting our communities, especially the youth, from the scourge of narcotic drugs.”
In a different incident, detectives drawn from the Crime Research and Intelligence Bureau (CR&IB) from Malindi Sub-County, arrested a suspect and successfully rescued a 17-year-old girl who was abducted from her home in Malindi Sub-County.
According to the DCI, the minor was reported missing on April 12, 2026, by her father, a senior officer serving at GK Prison Malindi, with preliminary investigations revealing that the girl had been communicating with unknown individuals using two mobile phone numbers prior to her disappearance.
DCI said that the suspect identified as Lucky Okoth, contacted the family demanding a ransom of Ksh. 200,000 while issuing threats to harm the victim.
Fortunately, through forensic analysis and intelligence-led tracing, DCI detectives tracked the suspect to the Muyeye area in Malindi town, where he was arrested.
“The 17-year-old girl was safely rescued and has been reunited with her relieved family. She has since been taken to a medical facility for necessary examination and care,” DCI said.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations reaffirmed its commitment to public safety and urged citizens to report suspicious activities through toll-free line 0800 722 203 or anonymously via WhatsApp at 0709 570 000.
