Authorities have arrested a 26-year-old man in Ruaka, Kiambu County, in an intelligence-led operation that also led to the recovery of a firearm suspected to have been used in a string of violent robberies.
The suspect was apprehended in the Mifereji area following reports of increased robbery cases in Rweno and Kiambaa. Security officers acted swiftly, targeting the individual believed to be behind several incidents that had left residents in fear.
Following the arrest, the suspect cooperated with investigators, leading them to his residence where a Retay Falcon pistol was discovered. The weapon, which was concealed inside a chicken shed, was recovered without ammunition. Investigators are now working to establish the firearm’s connection to the robberies.
The recovery of the pistol is considered a major step in addressing the insecurity that has recently affected communities in the region. The weapon has been secured as evidence, and investigators believe it will play a critical role in building a case against the suspect.
The man remains in custody as further inquiries continue. Authorities confirmed that he will be arraigned in court once investigations are complete. This development marks another success in the ongoing crackdown on armed criminals operating in Kiambu and its surroundings.
Security officials have reassured residents of their continued commitment to fighting crime through intelligence-led operations. By focusing on targeted interventions, they aim to disrupt criminal networks before they escalate their activities. Such efforts, they note, are essential to maintaining public safety and restoring confidence among residents who have been troubled by repeated incidents of violent robberies.
The arrest highlights the effectiveness of timely intelligence gathering in combating crime. Authorities have increasingly emphasized this approach as a proactive way to dismantle gangs and prevent further insecurity.
As investigations progress, residents remain keenly interested in the outcome of the case. Many hope that the arrest and recovery of the firearm will bring an end to the spate of robberies and serve as a deterrent to others considering similar crimes.
This incident underscores the ongoing resolve of security agencies to ensure law and order in Kiambu County and beyond, reinforcing the message that violent crime will not be tolerated.
