The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has uncovered a major terror network after recovering a significant consignment of suspected Al-Shabaab combat uniforms in an intelligence-led operation in Eastleigh, Nairobi.
During the operation, oofficers from DCI Starehe and the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU) seized a total of 11 bales, each containing 60 full camouflage uniforms and 120 t-shirts, being operated under an extensive terror supply chain that was intended for the militants’ activities within the East African region.
“A significant quantum leap against terror-linked logistics networks, a multi-agency security team has successfully recovered a vital consignment of suspected Al-Shabaab (AS) combat uniforms in an intelligence-led operation conducted in the early hours of the night within the Eastleigh KBS Garage area”, the statement read.
“The operation, spearheaded by officers from DCI Starehe and the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU), was triggered by earlier intelligence following a critical interception in Dhobley on 6th April 2026. On that date, Jubaland Security Forces (JSF) seized twenty-five (25) bales packed with suspected Al-Shabaab full camouflage uniforms, an alarming discovery that pointed to a wider cross-border supply chain”, the statement added.
Preliminary reports indicate that the manager of Gaani Parcel Express, Omar Elmi Issack, had arranged for the temporary storage of the consignment after receiving it from an individual identified as Sharif.
This lead investigators to Safe Link Cargo, a firm located at Soma Towers, believed to have facilitated the importation of a larger batch totalling thirty-seven (37) bales of suspected as fatigues.
The cargo is said to have originated from China and entered the country through the Port of Mombasa under the guise of consolidated shipments.
The suspects are currently in custody under ATPU, assisting with ongoing investigations aimed at dismantling the entire network behind the operation.
Meanwhile, the recovered items have been documented as exhibits.
