Nakuru police officers have apprehended nine suspects linked to mobile phones snatching incidents.
According to reports, the suspects were arrested during an intelligence-led operation, initiated following reports made by victims, conducted in Shoppers Paradise and Sokoni areas of Kaptembwa.
“Incidents of petty crime, such as phone snatching, often carry consequences that extend beyond the immediate loss. For many victims, the impact is not limited to the financial cost of replacing a device; it disrupts communication, compromises personal data, and creates a sense of insecurity in spaces that should otherwise feel safe”, the National Police Service (NPS) stated.
According to authorities, the operation targeted criminals involved in the theft of mobile phones, as well as individuals suspected of selling or facilitating distribution of stolen devices.
During the operation, the police recovered several assorted mobile phones and electronic equipment in their possession, believed to be used for flashing and altering mobile phone IMEI numbers.
Among the items seized included flashing cables, specialised software devices, and other accessories suspected to facilitate the illegal alteration of mobile phone identification details.
“Nine suspects were arrested with several assorted mobile phones and electronic equipment in their possession, believed to be used for flashing and altering mobile phone IMEI numbers. The seized items included flashing cables, specialised software devices, and other accessories suspected to facilitate the illegal alteration of mobile phone identification details”, NPS added.
Additionally, sixteen rolls of bhang were recovered from the suspects.
The suspects are currently in custody awaiting to be arraigned in court.
