A loaded G3 rifle with 18 rounds of ammunition was recovered during a targeted police operation in Trans Nzoia County, marking a significant step in the ongoing campaign against the spread of illegal firearms in Kenya.
The operation was launched following a tip-off from an employer who suspected that one of their workers was in possession of an unlicensed weapon. Responding swiftly, officers from Maili Saba Police Station conducted a search at the suspect’s residence. The rifle was found hidden between two unmounted flat doors inside an abandoned hen coop. Alongside the weapon were 18 live rounds of ammunition, highlighting the danger posed by the concealed arsenal had it not been intercepted in time.
Authorities have confirmed that the individual of interest, believed to be the employee named in the initial report, fled the scene before officers could make an arrest. Efforts to track down the suspect are ongoing. Security teams are appealing to the public for any information that could assist in locating and apprehending the individual.
The successful recovery is part of a broader nationwide push to disrupt the circulation of illegal firearms in Kenya. Law enforcement agencies have increased both intelligence gathering and on-the-ground operations in a bid to neutralize threats posed by such weapons. The incident in Trans Nzoia serves as a reminder of the persistent risks associated with unlicensed arms and the importance of community collaboration in addressing them.
Authorities have reiterated their commitment to ensuring the safety of communities by keeping illegal weapons out of circulation. Citizens are encouraged to remain alert and report any suspicious activities or persons suspected of harboring illicit firearms.
This recovery underscores how proactive policing and public cooperation can help thwart potential violence and enhance national security. As efforts continue, the operation stands as an example of the positive outcomes that result from timely reporting and coordinated police action in the ongoing war against illegal firearms in Kenya.
