Police in Nairobi have arrested a suspect following the discovery of an illegal counterfeit honey production facility in the Umoja 2 area of Buruburu Estate. The operation was uncovered during a sting conducted by officers from the Nairobi Region on Monday, October 6, 2025.
According to a statement issued by the National Police Service (NPS) on Tuesday, October 7, the sting was part of a coordinated effort to curb the sale and distribution of fake food products within the city. The officers raided the premises after receiving intelligence reports linking the facility to the manufacture of counterfeit honey being sold in local markets.
During the raid, police recovered several items believed to have been used in the illegal production process. These included containers filled with fake honey, unidentified chemical substances, a heating coil, and a gas cylinder. The seized items were taken as evidence as investigations into the source and distribution network continue.
“The officers uncovered an illicit operation producing counterfeit honey in the Umoja 2 area of Buruburu Estate. During the raid, one suspect was arrested and several exhibits were recovered, including substances believed to have been used in the manufacture of fake honey,” the NPS said in its statement.
Authorities have since launched further investigations to determine the extent of the operation and identify other individuals possibly involved in the scheme. Police also warned members of the public to be vigilant when purchasing honey and other food products, urging them to buy only from trusted suppliers.
The suspect is currently in custody and will face charges related to food adulteration and the sale of counterfeit products. The NPS reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding public health and consumer safety by cracking down on illegal food manufacturing operations across Nairobi.
