Police in Nairobi have arrested a suspect after recovering a firearm concealed inside a refrigerator during a raid in the Utawala area of Nairobi County.
The incident unfolded during an intelligence-led operation carried out by officers from Embakasi Sub-County. Acting on credible information, the team raided a residence where the suspect was apprehended.
During the search, detectives made a startling discovery inside the kitchen. A Glock pistol, fully loaded with 17 rounds of ammunition, was found hidden in the freezer compartment of the refrigerator. The weapon had been stashed alongside frozen food items, including packaged cereals and traditional dishes.
Investigators believe the refrigerator was deliberately chosen as a hiding place in an attempt to evade detection. The firearm was carefully concealed among the frozen food, suggesting a calculated effort by the suspect to disguise the weapon in plain sight.
The scene was thoroughly processed by the officers, and the weapon secured as evidence. Authorities confirmed that the suspect was immediately placed in custody pending further investigations and arraignment in court.
This arrest is part of an ongoing operation across Nairobi aimed at cracking down on illegal firearms and curbing organised crime. Law enforcement agencies have heightened surveillance and intensified intelligence-gathering efforts to dismantle networks involved in unlawful possession and distribution of weapons.
The discovery of the firearm inside a household appliance highlights the increasingly sophisticated tactics used by individuals seeking to conceal illegal weapons. Detectives noted that such concealment methods underscore the lengths to which suspects are willing to go to avoid detection by security agencies.
Authorities have reiterated their commitment to ensuring Nairobi remains safe by pursuing individuals involved in criminal activities. They also urged members of the public to play a role in supporting the fight against crime by reporting any suspicious individuals or activities to the police.
The suspect remains in custody as investigations continue to determine the source of the weapon and whether it is linked to other criminal activities in the city. The arrest adds to a growing list of successful operations targeting the circulation of unlicensed firearms in Nairobi.
