Six suspects linked to machete-wielding gang arrested in Mombasa
During the operation, police recovered four machetes, a television set, and various electronic devices.
Six suspects allegedly linked to a machete-wielding gang have been apprehended following a violent house robbery and arson incident in Kisauni, Mombasa County.
The suspects were arrested in connection to a reported robbery with violence and arson incident, as per a complaint filed at Mjambere Police Station under OB No. 06/03/04/2024 at 4:04 am.
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The suspects Identified as Hassan Juma (22), Brown Atsali (31), Hussein Juma (16), Swabrina Abdalla (19), Staly Khadija (19), and Husna Otieno (20), are currently detained at Mjambere Police Station awaiting arraignment.
During the operation, police recovered four machetes, a television set, and various electronic devices believed to have been stolen during the robbery.
These items were recorded and stored safely as exhibits before the impending legal proceedings.
The swift operation conducted by law enforcement authorities marks a crucial breakthrough in addressing the threat posed by such criminal elements and ensuring the safety of the community.
It also brings a sense of relief to residents of Kisauni, who have been living in fear due to the increasing incidents of violent crime in the area.
Security authorities added that it also serves as a warning to criminal elements as law enforcement agencies are committed to ensuring the safety and security of the community.
Despite the success of the operation, attributed to a multi-agency effort led by the Deputy County Commissioner of Kisauni, police emphasised that a manhunt for other suspects involved in the crime was still underway.
The authorities urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police promptly.
They further assured residents that efforts to maintain law and order will continue unabated, ultimately creating a safer environment for all.
Interior CS Kithure Kindiki arrives for graduation ceremony for 138 National Police Reservists at Alamach in Burat, Isiolo, on March 14, 2024. (Waweru Wairimu)
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