Twenty people have been arrested in Bungoma County following a successful police operation targeting illicit alcohol and narcotic drugs in the Mteremko area of Khalaba. The coordinated raid, carried out by officers from Bungoma Police Station on Sunday evening, October 26, 2025, aimed to dismantle illegal brewing and drug distribution networks that have been flourishing in the region.
During the operation, police recovered several illegal substances, including five litres of chang’aa, 20 litres of busaa, and 20 kilograms of cannabis. The suspects were taken into custody and escorted to Bungoma Police Station, where they remain detained pending formal processing and arraignment in court.
Authorities said the operation is part of ongoing efforts to curb the production, sale, and consumption of illegal substances that continue to pose significant health and security challenges in local communities. The National Police Service emphasized that the success of such initiatives depends largely on cooperation between law enforcement and residents.
Police encouraged members of the public to support the campaign by reporting individuals involved in the manufacture or sale of illicit brews and drugs. They reiterated that community participation is vital to eliminating the widespread problem of illegal substances that destroy lives and fuel crime.
The public can share information through toll-free hotlines 999, 911, or 112, or report anonymously through #FichuaKwaDCI via 0800 722 203 or WhatsApp 0709 570 000.
Meanwhile, a similar operation was conducted in Bomet County, where police intensified their crackdown on illicit alcohol. Two suspects were arrested in Kinyogi Village, Chepalungu Sub-county, after being found with seven litres of busaa, 240 litres of kangara, and five litres of chang’aa. The suspects are expected to appear in court to face related charges.
The nationwide campaign against illicit brews and narcotic drugs reflects renewed government commitment to safeguarding public health, maintaining order, and restoring safety in communities grappling with the effects of substance abuse.
