Swift action by the National Police Service (NPS) Airwing saved the life of a five-year-old boy, Mutuku Kioko, who was stranded by floodwaters in Nduani.
NPS pilots Captain Chief Inspector Evans Okoth, First Officer Captain Chief Inspector Loise Wangui, and Flight Engineer Mr. Bernard Orimba launched a rescue mission from Wilson Airport after a distress call from Machakos Deputy Governor Hon. Francis Mwangangi,
With time of the essence, the crew navigated the challenging weather conditions and flood-stricken landscape.
Their expertise and unwavering determination paid off as they successfully located the young boy, stranded and frightened.
The NPS Airwing team expertly maneuvered their helicopter and brought Mutuku aboard, reuniting him with dry land and a sigh of relief.
The heartwarming reunion between Mutuku and his family serves as a testament to the swift action and unwavering dedication of the NPS Airwing.
This special squad, led by Commandant Captain James Kabo, is a critical component of Kenyan security. Their helicopter fleet does more than just transport people; it also provides critical aerial support to numerous government entities.
From surveillance and patrol missions to important jobs such as today’s rescue and delivery of vital supplies to isolated places, the NPS Airwing is indispensable.
Their acts today are a light of optimism, a forceful reminder of the National Police Service’s dedication to the safety and well-being of Kenyans.
