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Police recover 4 illegal firearms in Baringo
07th February, 2026 10:48 PM
Police officers in Baringo County have recovered four illegal firearms in separate operations conducted across the county, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing disarmament and security operation.
In a statement on Saturday, February 7, 2026, the National Police Service (NPS) stated that the recoveries were made in Kulol Village (Akoret Location), Natan Village (Kapedo East Sub-Location), Nakoko Village (Nakoko Sub-Location), and Torumo Village (Kokore Sub-Location).
Further, the NPS revealed that the recovered firearms have been secured and placed in police custody pending further investigations and the necessary legal processes.
“The National Police Service commends members of the public for their cooperation and continued support in the fight against illegal firearms and banditry,” NPS stated.
Additionally, the NPS has urged residents to continue sharing information that may assist security agencies in enhancing safety and promoting peaceful coexistence in Baringo County.
Turkana and Baringo recoveries
This comes a few days after the NPS recovered 14 illegal firearms and 51 rounds of ammunition in Baringo and Turkana counties as part of ongoing security operations targeting illicit arms.
In a post on X on Monday, February 2, 2026, the National Police Service (NPS) said the recovery of the illegal firearms, achieved through intelligence-led operations, marked a significant step in the fight against banditry, cattle rustling, and other violent crimes that continue to threaten lives and livelihoods in northern Kenya.
“Through these intelligence-led operations, officers successfully recovered 14 rifles and 51 rounds of ammunition,” the police noted.
The NPS noted that officers worked closely with other security agencies during the operations, resulting in the seizure of several rifles believed to have been used in organised criminal activities across the two counties.
“The recovery of these weapons represents a critical step in disrupting banditry, cattle rustling, and other violent crimes that have long threatened the safety and livelihoods of local communities,” NPS said.
Police said the operation forms part of sustained efforts to dismantle criminal networks and curb the proliferation of illegal weapons.
