A major police crackdown in Kutus town has led to the arrest of seven suspected gang members believed to be behind a wave of robberies in Kirinyaga County. During the operation, security officers recovered knives, pangas, and other housebreaking tools, dealing a major blow to the group’s activities.
The raid, carried out in the Maisha Kamili area, took place on September 12, 2025. Acting on intelligence reports, officers from Kirinyaga East and Mwea East sub-counties smoked out the suspects from their hideout before taking them into custody. The suspects are now being processed and are expected to face robbery-related charges in court.
Police noted that the operation was part of a wider strategy to dismantle organized criminal gangs across the region. They urged residents to continue sharing information, stressing that cooperation between the public and law enforcement remains crucial in fighting crime.
The arrests come just days after another coordinated operation in Mtito Andei, Makueni County, where eight suspects linked to violent robberies were captured. Detectives revealed that the gang had been on their radar for months, tied to a series of violent break-ins and attacks in Nairobi, Nakuru, and Mombasa. Their criminal activities had left many business owners counting heavy losses while instilling fear in local communities.
Similar successes have been reported in other parts of the country. Earlier this year, four suspects were arrested in Kibera following a sting operation by police. The criminals, who had been harassing residents in the Line Saba area, were found with crude weapons and were later charged in court.
Security agencies have pledged to sustain these intelligence-led crackdowns to root out organized crime. They maintain that early detection and quick response remain the best approach in preventing violent gangs from causing further harm.
With Kirinyaga now the latest county to witness such an operation, police have assured the public that efforts to restore safety and order will continue without let-up. The message to criminal networks remains clear: their days of instilling fear in communities are numbered.
