By Andrew Kariuki
A joint operation by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has led to the arrest of a suspected drug trafficker and the recovery of a large quantity of suspected cannabis sativa along the Mai Mahiu–Nairobi Road.
The operation, conducted by detectives from the Transnational Organized Crime Unit and the Anti-Narcotics Unit, in collaboration with officers from Mutarakwa Police Post, followed actionable intelligence on suspected drug transportation.
Acting on the intelligence, officers mounted a sting operation at Mutarakwa Trading Centre in Limuru Sub-County, where they intercepted a dark blue Toyota Crown (registration number KCZ 797W) believed to be ferrying narcotics.
The driver, identified as Brian Thomas Wachika, was arrested at the scene.
A search of the vehicle led to the recovery of four-and-a-half sacks containing green plant material suspected to be cannabis sativa. Authorities indicated that the street value of the recovered drugs is yet to be established.
Police also confirmed that a second occupant who was in the vehicle managed to escape during the operation. Efforts to track and arrest the suspect are currently underway.
The arrested suspect and the recovered exhibits have since been transported to the DCI Headquarters for further processing, documentation and forensic analysis.
Wachika is expected to be arraigned in court once investigations are complete.
The DCI has reiterated its commitment to combating drug trafficking and dismantling organized criminal networks, stating that such operations are part of ongoing efforts to enhance public safety and security across the country.
