Police have arrested a suspect in Mathare following a successful raid that led to the recovery of a large consignment of suspected stolen electronics. The targeted operation was conducted after officers received a tip-off about suspicious activities linked to a man operating an electronics repair shop in the area.
According to the police, the raid uncovered 72 mobile phones, two laptops, a Universal Flashing Interface (UFI), a Pandora device, a camera, two external hard drives, and a CPU. These items are believed to be part of a wider network of stolen electronics circulating within the city. The suspect was apprehended at the premises and is currently in custody awaiting arraignment as investigations continue.
Preliminary reports indicate that 32 of the recovered mobile phones have already been identified by complainants associated with a mobile financing company known for issuing phones under loan agreements with SIM-lock technology. The remaining devices and equipment have been secured by authorities as exhibits pending further verification and identification by their rightful owners.
Investigators are working to determine the full scope of the suspect’s involvement in the theft ring and whether he was operating alone or as part of a syndicate. The recovery of specialized tools such as the UFI and Pandora device, commonly used to bypass security measures on mobile phones, has raised concerns about possible large-scale tampering of security-locked devices.
Law enforcement officials have called on members of the public to assist in identifying the remaining unclaimed items. Residents have also been urged to report any suspicious repair shops or individuals dealing in second-hand electronics without proper documentation. Authorities emphasize that community cooperation is critical in dismantling such criminal networks.
Police praised residents who provided timely information leading to the arrest, noting that community policing remains a vital tool in enhancing security. The public has been encouraged to continue sharing intelligence on suspicious activities as part of broader efforts to curb crime in high-risk neighborhoods.
Security agencies reiterated their commitment to restoring public trust and ensuring safety in vulnerable areas. Efforts are ongoing to trace additional suspects and establish the distribution channels for the stolen items, with authorities vowing to bring all involved parties to justice. This incident highlights the growing challenge of electronic theft and the need for vigilance among consumers when purchasing second-hand devices.
