By Andrew Kariuki

Police officers in Kisumu County have arrested a suspect found transporting 12 bales of suspected cannabis sativa following a tip-off from members of the public.

According to police, the operation was carried out by officers from Obunga Police Station in Kisumu Central Sub-County on April 9, 2026.

The suspect, who was riding a motorcycle, was intercepted by officers who had acted on information regarding suspicious activity in the area. Upon inspection, the officers discovered 12 bales of a green leafy substance believed to be cannabis, concealed in yellow polythene bags.

He was immediately arrested and escorted to Obunga Police Station, where he is currently in custody awaiting formal processing and arraignment in court.

The motorcycle used in the transportation, along with the recovered narcotics, has been seized and secured as exhibits.

Police have reiterated the importance of public cooperation in combating drug trafficking, noting that the successful operation was made possible through timely information shared by residents.