Police in Bungoma have recently arrested one suspect and seized 160 litres of illegal alcohol.
In a statement released by the National Police Service, officers from Bumula Police Station while on a routine patrol near Mateka Market, discovered an abandoned vehicle that had veered into a ditch.
Upon conducting a search, they recovered 160 litres of illicit brew (chang’aa) concealed in eight 20-litre jerricans.
Bungoma Police Recover 160 Litres of Illegal Alcohol. Photo: Courtesy.
Swift response by the officers resulted in a hot pursuit that culminated in the arrest of the vehicle’s driver.
The suspect was immediately taken into custody, while the vehicle used in the transportation of the illicit alcohol was impounded and is now being held at Bumula Police Station pending further investigations.
According to the National Police Service, the successful operation highlights its continued resolve to step up the war on illicit brews.
The Service has intensified regular patrols, embraced intelligence-led operations, and strengthened collaboration with local communities.
By working hand in hand with the public, officers are able to intercept illegal consignments before they reach the market.
The Service further seeks to dismantle the networks behind their distribution, ensuring the crackdown remains effective, consistent, and far-reaching.
