Authorities in Nakuru County have apprehended a suspected gang leader, a move that they assert is part of a comprehensive strategy to combat organized crime and enhance public safety.The National Police Service reported that officers from Kaptembwo Police Station were on routine patrol earlier today when they received intelligence about
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Scores Arrested After Attacks On Macalder Police Station in Migori
On Saturday, police arrested at least 47 suspects after a mob attacked and vandalized the Macalder Police Station in Migori County. The operation involved numerous mobilized police officers in the Copper Hill, Osiri Junction, and Matanda areas, with authorities actively pursuing additional suspects connected to the incident. The detained suspects
Four Arrested in Nakuru Over Father’s Murder
In Bahati constituency, Nakuru County, authorities arrested four family members in connection with the murder of their elderly father, Peter Mwangi, aged 73. Mwangi succumbed to injuries sustained during an assault in his home on February 15.Investigating officers recovered two blood-stained wooden rods at the crime scene, believed to have
Couple Shot in Mpesa Robbery as Violent Crime Sparks Protests in Migori
In a troubling robbery incident in Macalder, Migori County, a couple sustained serious gunshot wounds while operating their Mpesa shop, as confirmed by police and local residents. This alarming event sparked protests on Wednesday, with community members demanding the immediate arrest of the assailants. Protesters expressed their concerns over the
Man Kills Uncle in Bomet as Police Probe Multiple Murder Cases
Police are currently investigating a tragic incident in the Ndanai area of Sotik, Bomet County, where a 29-year-old man fatally stabbed his 32-year-old uncle. The suspect allegedly confronted his uncle, Gilbert Kiplangat Bett, accusing him of cohabiting with his mother, leading to a violent altercation.Bomet County Police Commander Edward
Mystery Deaths Rock Nyeri, Kitui, Meru, and Machakos
Authorities discovered the body of Peter Ndirangu, a 65-year-old man, in his home in Othaya, Nyeri County, on Saturday, nearly a month after he was reported missing. The cause of death remains undetermined at this time.Neighbors reported that Ndirangu was last seen in the area in December of the previous
Three Die in Kericho House Fire as Police Probe More Cases
Police are probing a fire that killed three family members in Kapnandet village, Belgut area of Kericho County.Villagers say the victims—an 80-year-old woman, her 52-year-old daughter, and a 19-year-old house help—slept in their rooms on Friday night.A loud blast from a cooking gas in the kitchen woke them. They checked
Police Are Investigating Multiple Deaths Across Various Counties
Police are probing the death of a woman whose decayed body turned up wrapped in a bedsheet in Muthurwa, Nairobi County.They identified her as 40-year-old Resa Lumbasi.Residents found the body on January 7, 2026. A bad smell from the house tipped them off.Officers saw head wounds. Someone locked the door
