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Police intercept weapons in Kakamega hours after Malava minipoll
28th November, 2025 12:57 PM
Just hours after scores got injured and property was destroyed in a tense minipoll that saw Seth Panyako silenced by David Ndakwa, the police, on the other hand, have made some progress.
Through a statement shared by the National Police Service via its X handle on Friday, November 28, 2025, the NPS confirmed intercepting a pickup vehicle ferrying weapons in Kakamega County.
The incident occurred in Khwisero, where officers on patrol during the Kisa East Ward by-election stopped the vehicle and discovered a cache of crude weapons.
This led to the apprehension of four persons of interest who were immediately escorted to a police station.
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Weapons cache intercepted
“Police officers in Khwisero intercepted a pickup vehicle carrying a cache of weapons, including stones and clubs, in the Munjiti area while on patrol during the Kisa East Ward by-election,” the NPS stated.
The Service confirmed that the four persons of interest were placed in custody and are awaiting processing and arraignment in court as investigations continue.
Security clampdown intensified
Also, the National Police Service noted its unwavering commitment to maintaining law and order across the country.
Reaffirming its position, the National Police Service said it remains committed to maintaining law and order across the country.
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It added that firm action will continue to deter political violence and protect public safety.
Authorities say the coordinated operations demonstrate heightened vigilance as security agencies move swiftly to neutralise election-related violence and restore calm in affected regions.
The Service further noted that similar intensified operations will continue nationwide to deter crime, protect citizens, and maintain law and order before, during, and after elections.
The incident has renewed calls for tighter security at polling stations, as Kenyans demand accountability and safety during democratic processes.
