Wednesday, January
14, 2026 - Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU) detectives have arrested a suspected
drug trafficker and seized heroin valued at approximately Sh 1.19 million
following a swift, intelligence-led operation in Nakuru.
The suspect, identified as 42-year-old Ephantus
Kariuki Mwangi, was arrested while riding a motorcycle
registration number KMEC 785W.
Detectives became suspicious after noticing luggage he was
carrying, prompting a search.
Upon inspection, officers recovered 397
grams of heroin carefully concealed inside the luggage. Also
found were two syringes and needles, ten rolls of bhang, and three
packets of Supermatch cigarettes.
Investigators believe the arrest disrupted an active drug
supply operation within the region.
Kariuki is currently being held in police custody as
detectives finalize investigations ahead of his arraignment in court.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) reaffirmed its commitment to dismantling drug trafficking networks through sustained intelligence-driven operations and multi-agency collaboration, emphasizing zero tolerance for drug traffickers in the pursuit of a safer, drug-free Kenya.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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