Kiambu County police have intensified efforts to combat narcotics trafficking after arresting a person of interest in Ruaka, Kiambaa Sub-County, found in possession of 1,140 rolls of cannabis.
The National Police Service (NPS) confirmed the arrest in a statement shared on X. Officers involved in the operation secured the seized drugs as exhibits and placed the suspect in lawful custody, pending arraignment in court.
“Police officers in Kiambu County have intensified operations targeting the trafficking and distribution of illicit drugs as part of ongoing efforts to safeguard communities from the dangers associated with substance abuse,” the NPS statement read.
The crackdown in Ruaka forms part of a wider campaign across the country. Authorities said the continued presence of narcotics remains a serious threat to public safety, particularly in urban and peri-urban centres.
The NPS urged the public to support law enforcement by reporting suspicious activity through emergency lines 999, 911, 112, or the #FichuaKwaDCI toll-free line 0800 722 203, including the WhatsApp contact 0709 570 000.
This arrest follows a similar operation in Kisumu recently, where police intercepted a public service vehicle carrying two sacks of bhang weighing approximately 90 kilograms. A man linked to the consignment was arrested and is awaiting arraignment.
“The National Police Service remains resolute in its efforts to combat drug trafficking and related crimes, which continue to pose a serious threat to public safety and community well-being,” the statement added.
Officers emphasized that community participation is essential in curbing substance abuse and maintaining public security. By providing timely information and cooperating with law enforcement, residents play a critical role in disrupting drug networks and ensuring that Kenya’s streets remain safe.
The Kiambu operation reflects a growing nationwide crackdown aimed at reducing drug trafficking, particularly of cannabis, which remains the most commonly abused illegal substance in Kenya. Authorities have vowed to continue these operations, targeting both suppliers and distributors to protect communities from the social and economic harms associated with narcotics.
