MOLO, Kenya Apr 27 \u2013 Police in Nakuru have arrested four suspected drug peddlers in a major security operation targeting illicit brew and narcotics in Molo town.<\/p>\n
The operation, led by Nakuru Police Commander Samuel Boit, resulted in the seizure of 360 litres of ethanol, bhang valued at approximately KSh500,000, seven gambling machines, a motorcycle, and counterfeit cigarettes.<\/p>\n
Speaking at Molo Police Station, Boit said the crackdown is part of ongoing efforts to dismantle drug networks that have negatively impacted youth in the area.<\/p>\n
\u201cFollowing complaints from members of the public over numerous deaths in Molo town suspected to have been caused by excessive consumption of illicit brew and hard drugs, we conducted a raid in four notorious areas and arrested four suspects who are now in custody,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
The suspects are expected to be arraigned in court later this week.<\/p>\n
Boit noted that Molo and parts of Nakuru had increasingly become hotspots for drug peddling and criminal activity, but assured residents that police will sustain operations to restore order.<\/p>\n
He also issued a stern warning to rogue officers allegedly colluding with drug dealers.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe have sufficient information about rogue officers aiding these peddlers. They must toe the line or face the full force of the law,\u201d he warned.<\/p>\n
The operation forms part of a broader campaign by the National Police Service to curb drug trafficking through intelligence-led operations, routine patrols, and community collaboration.<\/p>\n
Authorities say such crackdowns are critical in disrupting supply chains that target young people and vulnerable communities.<\/p>\n
\u201cI will not allow anybody to profit from poisoning our people, especially the youth. This must stop,\u201d Boit added.<\/p>\n
Police maintain that tackling drug abuse at the grassroots level is key to reducing crime, protecting families, and enhancing public safety across Nakuru County.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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