Police in Nairobi have intensified efforts to dismantle networks involved in the trafficking and distribution of illegal drugs as part of ongoing operations aimed at safeguarding public safety and curbing substance abuse.
According to authorities, officers from Kabete Police Station conducted a swift raid on a kiosk in Dagoretti Sub-County after receiving information from members of the public that the premises was being used to sell narcotic drugs.
During the operation, police arrested one suspect and carried out a search at the premises.
Police said the raid led to the recovery of several exhibits, including 212 rolls of bhang, 23 pellets suspected to be cannabis sativa, and cash believed to be proceeds from the illegal trade, among other items.
“The operation was conducted following credible information from members of the public. Officers managed to recover narcotic substances and cash believed to be proceeds from the illegal business,” police said.
The suspect was taken into custody and is expected to be arraigned in court once investigations are completed.
The recovered exhibits have been secured at the police station as investigations continue.
The National Police Service urged members of the public to continue cooperating with law enforcement by reporting suspicious activities.
“We encourage the public to report any suspicious activity through the emergency hotlines 999, 911, or 112 so that appropriate action can be taken,” the police said.
