Illegal firearm surrendered in Isiolo amid disarmament efforts
By Ascah Mwango, February 13, 2026Police officers at Isiolo Police Station recently received an illegal firearm that was voluntarily surrendered by a community member. The firearm, an AK-47 loaded with 20 rounds of ammunition, was handed over at Leparua Location. This was made possible through the efforts of National Government Administration Officers and local community elders.
The firearm is now safely secured by the police as they prepare to take further action. The National Police Service expressed appreciation for the community’s support in the ongoing peaceful disarmament process.
“Yesterday, police officers at Isiolo Police Station received one illegal firearm that was voluntarily surrendered as part of the ongoing peaceful disarmament. The firearm, an AK-47 loaded with 20 rounds of ammunition, was handed over at Leparua Location through the intervention of National Government Administration Officers and community elders,” NPS stated.
They highlighted that the cooperation of residents is helping to improve security and promote peaceful living in the region.
This surrender is part of a wider effort to reduce illegal weapons and ensure safety for all residents in the area. The police encourage others with illegal firearms to come forward and surrender them peacefully.
“The illegal firearm has been secured in safe custody pending further police action. National Police Service commends the communities in the area for their support towards peaceful disarmament and the enhancement of security and peaceful coexistence in the region.”
This comes weeks after four individuals voluntarily surrendered illegal firearms to police at Embobut Police Station, continuing a community-driven effort to improve regional security. This initiative, led by the National Police Service (NPS), aims to reduce armed conflict and promote peace by encouraging residents to turn in illicit weapons.
Recently, two more people handed over AK-47 rifles, one loaded with ammunition. Since the disarmament drive began, 314 illegal firearms have been recovered in the county. The NPS praised community cooperation and local leaders for supporting these efforts and urged anyone with illegal firearms to surrender them to help ensure lasting peace and safety.