The National Police Service (NPS) have confirmed the recovery of stolen livestock that had been reported missing from Segera Location in Laikipia West Sub-County.
In a statement on Thursday, March 12, 2026, NPS announced that the 13 recovered cows were handed back to their rightful owners following verification procedures to confirm ownership.
“A coordinated security operation carried out by a multi-agency team in Laikipia County has resulted in the successful recovery of livestock that had earlier been reported stolen from Segera Location in Laikipia West Sub-County”, the statement read.
“Following the recovery, the 13 cows were handed over to the rightful owner after the necessary verification procedures to confirm ownership”, the statement added.
Police in Laikipia recover 13 stolen cows
According to NPS, the operation highlights the effectiveness of inter-agency cooperation in addressing livestock theft, a crime that significantly affected many livelihoods in the community.
The authority further assured continued operation to protect the safety of members of the community, in Laikipia County.
“This operation highlights the effectiveness of inter-agency cooperation in addressing livestock theft, a crime that significantly affects livelihoods in pastoral communities. Continued cooperation and vigilance remain essential in deterring criminal activities and ensuring that communities across Laikipia County remain safe and secure”, NPS further stated.
