Police Officers have rescued 70 foreign nationals from a suspected human trafficking syndicate in Ruai, Nairobi.
In an update on Thursday, March 5, the Kenya Police Service (KPS) said the foreigners were rescued following a tip-off.
According to KPS, the 70 victims, who include 66 Ethiopians and 4 Eritreans, had been locked up inside a house in Ruai.
During the operation, police officers arrested a Kenyan who is suspected of being behind the human trafficking ring.
“Acting on a tip-off, officers busted a suspected human trafficking syndicate and rescued 70 victims who had been locked inside a house in Ruai, Nairobi.
“The victims include 66 Ethiopians and 4 Eritreans. One Kenyan suspect was arrested in connection with the case,” KPS said.
Further, the service urged members of the public to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to authorities.
“Human trafficking is a serious crime. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to authorities,” KPS added.
