Seven suspects have been arrested in an operation along Naivasha Road in Dagoretti, Nairobi County, as part of a crackdown on criminal activities in the area. The operation, led by officers from Kabete Police Station, was executed based on actionable intelligence and targeted individuals involved in various offences.
Among those apprehended were two suspected phone snatchers, who were intercepted while riding a motorcycle. Their arrest was part of an effort to curb the rising wave of phone thefts that have plagued Nairobi in recent months. The suspects were allegedly involved in snatching phones from unsuspecting pedestrians, a crime that has become increasingly common in the area.
Three other accomplices were also arrested during the operation. These individuals are believed to have been handling stolen goods, assisting in the resale of items taken from victims of the snatchings. The police were able to recover several stolen phones, which have been secured at the station as evidence.
In addition to the phone snatching suspects, a further individual was arrested for possession of bhang, an illegal substance. This arrest adds to the growing concerns around drug abuse in the region. Another suspect was found riding a motorcycle without valid insurance, a violation of traffic laws that has been linked to other criminal activities in the area.
The suspects are currently in police custody, where they are being processed for arraignment in court. The police have expressed confidence that the arrests will help to disrupt criminal networks operating along Naivasha Road, highlighting the importance of intelligence-driven policing in the fight against crime.
The operation received commendation from the National Police Service, which praised the officers for their quick response and vigilance. Authorities have reaffirmed their commitment to continuing efforts to dismantle criminal groups in Nairobi, with a special focus on preventing phone snatching and related offences.
With the successful arrests, the police hope to send a strong message to criminals operating in the area, reminding them of the continued presence of law enforcement and the commitment to keeping Nairobi safe for its residents. The motorcycle used in the illegal activities, along with other recovered exhibits, has been secured at the Kabete Police Station, marking a successful operation in the ongoing fight against crime.
