In a targeted operation in Kahaini Village, Murang’a County, police officers from Ng’araria Police Station alongside National Government Administration Officers (NGAO) moved in on a quarry site near Thika River and arrested five suspects, recovering 20 litres of illegal brew. The swift action underscores the growing focus on dismantling illicit alcohol networks across the region.
Highlights:
- Five individuals arrested during the crackdown at a Murang’a quarry site
- 20 litres of chang’aa recovered and secured as evidence
- Joint operation by Ng’araria Police and NGAO in Kahaini Village
- Suspects in custody pending arraignment in court
- Authorities reaffirm commitment to rooting out illicit alcohol trade
Main Story:
Operation at Quarry Site
Police from Ng’araria Police Station, working with NGAO officers, executed an intelligence-led raid at a quarry site near the Thika River in Kahaini Village, Murang’a County. The operation was aimed at disrupting the production and distribution of illegal alcohol in the area.
Arrests and Seizure
During the sweep, five suspects were taken into custody. Authorities recovered 20 litres of chang’aa the locally brewed illicit spirit and secured it for evidence. The suspects are currently held at the station as investigations and processing continue ahead of court proceedings.
Broader Crackdown Message
The operation is part of a broader enforcement push by the National Police Service of Kenya to eliminate illicit alcohol and narcotics trading across Kenya. Officials are calling for increased community vigilance, urging residents to report suspicious activity linked to illegal brewing and substance trafficking.
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