Three arrested as police seize narcotics in three counties

Margaret Kalekye
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Mombasa Anti-Narcotics Unit detectives have arrested a notorious drug trafficker, Shee Hussein, at Magaoni area in Msambweni and recovered 200 grammes of heroin.

Acting on intelligence, detectives apprehended Hussein aboard a public service vehicle. A quick search revealed 200 grams of heroin hidden in his left trouser pocket.

“Cornered and under pressure, he capitulated, guiding detectives to his stash at home, which led to the discovery of an additional 19 packages of Cannabis sativa”, said DCI.

The suspect is currently being held at Kilindini Port Police Station, undergoing processing, and awaiting arraignment in court.

In a similar operation, ANU detectives based at DCI Headquarters raided Kabati, Murang’a County, where they intercepted Henry Mburu Njogu, who was driving a Toyota Rumion, registration no. KCP 885G.

A subsequent search of his residence uncovered 21 sacks of cannabis sativa. He is currently in police custody at Mutahiga Police Station.

Another suspect in Usenge is in custody following his arrest by a multi-agency team.

“Authorities apprehended Francis Odhiambo Ochieng, alias Odhis. During this encounter, 4,600 sticks of bhang were seized. Odhis is now in custody, undergoing processing ahead of his court appearance,” the police said.

 

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