By Andrew Kariuki
Detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU), supported by officers from the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU) and the Operations Action Team (OAT), have dismantled two suspected drug trafficking networks in Karanja area within Kibra Sub-County following a coordinated multi-agency operation.
The operation, which was based on intelligence-led investigations, targeted residential premises believed to be linked to the distribution of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances.
In the first raid, officers conducted surveillance on a house associated with 51 year old Ahmed Juma Wanjiru before moving in to carry out a search.
During the operation, detectives recovered 14 packages containing dry plant material suspected to be narcotics, packaged in ziplock and non-woven bags, indicating possible intent to distribute.
Also seized were empty packaging materials, two digital weighing scales, and Ksh31,700 in cash believed to be proceeds of the illicit trade. Officers further recovered an international vaccination certificate bearing the suspect’s name and a Samsung Galaxy A05 mobile phone with a Safaricom SIM card.
Wanjiru was arrested at the scene and taken into custody, with the recovered items secured as exhibits pending further analysis.
In a second, related operation within the same locality, detectives targeted another residence occupied by Sofia Burhan Marjan following additional intelligence on ongoing narcotics distribution.
A search of the premises yielded seven packages of dry plant material suspected to be drugs, additional quantities stored in a basin and two more packages containing rolled substances.
Officers also recovered four weighing scales, packaging materials, scissors, a smoking pipe and other items associated with the preparation and sale of narcotics.
Investigators further seized documents including a cash bail receipt, a charge sheet and witness statements bearing the suspect’s name, suggesting prior involvement in criminal proceedings.
Marjan was arrested and taken to Muthaiga Police Station, where she remains in custody as investigations continue. All recovered exhibits have been transferred to the DCI headquarters for forensic examination and safe storage.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations said the twin operations highlight ongoing efforts to dismantle drug trafficking networks and curb the spread of narcotics within urban communities.
Authorities have urged members of the public to continue sharing information that may assist in identifying and disrupting illegal drug operations.
