Police arrest one, recover bhang and stolen goods in operation
By Nancy Marende, August 23, 2025Police have arrested one person of interest and recovered stolen property alongside rolls of cannabis during an intelligence-led operation in Yala, Gem Sub-County, Siaya County.
In a statement on Saturday, August 23, 2025, the National Police Service (NPS) revealed that the raid was carried out on Wednesday, August 21, 2025, following a tip-off from members of the public.
“During the operation, officers recovered a variety of suspected stolen items, including electronic gadgets, household goods, and assorted tools. In addition, several rolls of cannabis and other related narcotic substances were seized at the scene,” read the statement in part.
Further, the NPS revealed that the recovered items have been secured as exhibits.
The suspect is currently in custody and will be arraigned once investigations are complete.
Isiolo operation
This comes a week after police officers in Isiolo County recovered 120 stolen goats and eight cows following a joint operation involving security agencies, local leaders, and community elders.
In a statement on Friday, August 15, 2025, the National Police Service (NPS) stated that the recovery comes after a series of livestock thefts and retaliatory raids in the region.
According to NPS, cattle rustlers stole five cows from a resident, prompting herdsmen from the affected community to raid the Lurubae area of Archer’s Post, making away with an unknown number of goats and sheep in early August.
Both incidents were reported to Isiolo Police Station and Archer’s Post Police Station, triggering coordinated efforts by the National Police Service, National Government Administration Officers, and respected elders from both sides.
“Yesterday, the recovered livestock were formally handed over to their rightful owners in a brief meeting held at Ngaremara Centre. The handover was attended by the OCS Archers Post, the Assistant Chief of Attan Location (Ngaremara Division), community elders, and local leaders,” read the statement in part.
Further, police stated that the handover served as a symbol of reconciliation, with stakeholders pledging to promote peace and curb further incidents of rustling.
Police commended the cooperation between security agencies and local communities, noting that dialogue and joint action remain the most effective tools in addressing livestock theft in Isiolo and other affected areas.