Police officers in Kwale County have apprehended a suspect after intercepting a lorry carrying two sacks of cannabis sativa during an operation along the busy Mombasa-Nairobi Road. The arrest took place at Mackinnon, where officers from the Coast Regional Headquarters were conducting routine patrols.
According to the police, the officers stopped the lorry after noticing suspicious activity and conducted a thorough search, leading to the discovery of two sacks of cannabis concealed within the vehicle. The driver of the lorry was arrested on the spot and taken into custody at Mackinnon Road Police Station, where he is awaiting processing and arraignment in court. The vehicle used in the operation has since been impounded as part of the ongoing investigation.
Authorities have reiterated their firm stance against drug trafficking and pledged continued efforts to dismantle networks involved in the distribution of illicit substances. They urged members of the public to cooperate with law enforcement by providing information that could aid in the fight against crime. Citizens have been encouraged to reach out to the police through emergency hotlines or via the #FichuaKwaDCI platform.
The Kwale incident follows a similar arrest in Molo, where police officers on patrol within Cassino apprehended a suspect in possession of 100 rolls of suspected cannabis sativa and several packets of counterfeit cigarettes. The suspect was detained and the recovered substances secured as exhibits pending further investigation and court proceedings.
These arrests form part of a broader national crackdown targeting drug trafficking and the circulation of counterfeit goods. Security agencies across the country have intensified surveillance and patrols in identified hotspots, particularly along major transport corridors used by traffickers to distribute narcotics and illegal products.
The police continue to emphasize that public participation remains a key factor in combating drug abuse and other criminal activities. Communities are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities in their areas. Law enforcement agencies have assured that all information shared will be treated with confidentiality as they work to ensure safer communities across the country
