Suspect Hype Ballo granted Sh500,000 bond in DCI officer murder case
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-05-08 23:16:05

Suspect Hype Ballo granted Sh500,000 bond in DCI officer murder case

Ochieng had been arrested with six others including DJ Joe Mfalme and three police officers at Kîkûyû police station who were released after investigations, and listed as witnesses in the case.

Police launch crackdown on operators of illegal gambling machines in Kwale
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-05-05 14:42:17

Police launch crackdown on operators of illegal gambling machines in Kwale

Lunga Lunga OCPD Peter Nzimbi said his office will work to eliminate the machines in order to curb the rampant cases of juvenile gangs in the region.

Man arrested with loaded gun in Marsabit, four others recovered in Isiolo
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-05-02 22:20:49

Man arrested with loaded gun in Marsabit, four others recovered in Isiolo

It is suspected the suspect could be part of a criminal gang that has been terrorising residents.

Ongoing multi-agency operation targets criminal gangs, street beggars in Mombasa
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-04-29 10:46:11

Ongoing multi-agency operation targets criminal gangs, street beggars in Mombasa

The Mombasa County Commissioner Mohamed Nur has stopped a private company's feeding programme for street families, citing the need for a review due to criminal infiltration.

Mombasa police stop street families' feeding programme over crime
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-04-27 13:10:50

Mombasa police stop street families' feeding programme over crime

The programme has attracted street children from many parts, some of whom have been committing crimes such as mugging, county commissioner says.

Suspect in Sh20.4 million Eastleigh fraud freed on bond
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-04-26 20:07:52

Suspect in Sh20.4 million Eastleigh fraud freed on bond

He is accused of conning Abdi Mohamed Ahmed and Said Yusuf Jamaa of Sh12 million and Sh8.4 million respectively on April 4, 2024.

27 suspected criminal gang members arrested in Mombasa security operation 
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-04-25 10:48:45

27 suspected criminal gang members arrested in Mombasa security operation 

The arrests follow an ongoing multi-agency crackdown operation to eliminate criminal gangs in the coastal city.

150 arrested in multi-agency crackdown targeting muggers in Mombasa
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-04-24 21:14:15

150 arrested in multi-agency crackdown targeting muggers in Mombasa

On Monday, some youth were captured on CCTV camera robbing a man along the Haile Selassie Avenue in Mombasa

Mass graves in Gaza show victims’ hands were tied, says UN rights office
  • Author: UN News
  • Date: 2024-04-23 20:48:55

Mass graves in Gaza show victims’ hands were tied, says UN rights office

The development follows the recovery of hundreds of bodies “buried deep in the ground and covered with waste” over the weekend at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis.

Two police officers arrested over seizure of 2,658 ammunition in Laikipia
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-23 15:45:08

Two police officers arrested over seizure of 2,658 ammunition in Laikipia

The two officers have been suspended from the National Police Service, Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome said in a press release.

Diani police launch crackdown on shops selling stolen goods
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-04-22 19:51:28

Diani police launch crackdown on shops selling stolen goods

OCPD Francis Gachoki says more than 50 suspects have been arrested and stolen items worth over Sh1 million recovered.

One arrested as 3,000 bhang sticks recovered in Kwale
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-04-20 18:23:51

One arrested as 3,000 bhang sticks recovered in Kwale

Detectives emphasized the seriousness of the fight against drug trafficking and called on all individuals engaged in illegal activities to surrender

OPINION: A call for collective responsibility in fighting youth crime in Mombasa
  • Author: Mohamed Ahmed
  • Date: 2024-04-20 13:28:58

OPINION: A call for collective responsibility in fighting youth crime in Mombasa

Leaders must prioritise issues affecting our community and treat them as everyday business until they are resolved.

Police hunt for robber who stabbed two women to death
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-17 17:14:52

Police hunt for robber who stabbed two women to death

A preliminary probe showed the criminal was attempting to break into a workshop when the deceased persons met their death.

Government unveils plan to combat livestock theft, contaminated food
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-04-16 16:22:05

Government unveils plan to combat livestock theft, contaminated food

PS Omollo announced that multi-agency teams have been formed and tasked with identifying hotspots for the illegal slaughter of all livestock and arresting culprits.

19 arrested over loss of Sh290m in Equity Bank debit card fraud
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-04-16 16:06:20

19 arrested over loss of Sh290m in Equity Bank debit card fraud

The amount was stolen between April 8 and April 15, 2024, following fraudulent transactions that benefited 551 account holders.

Two suspected criminals behind Nakuru robberies shot dead, firearm recovered
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-04-15 10:51:06

Two suspected criminals behind Nakuru robberies shot dead, firearm recovered

Two other criminals escaped with gunshot wounds following the incident.

Kenya leads East Africa region in criminality - report
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-04-14 14:55:14

Kenya leads East Africa region in criminality - report

On Saturday, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura revealed that the country is currently hosting about 200,000 undocumented immigrants and displaced foreigners.

Parliament approves new cybersecurity regulations
  • Author: Hanifa Adan
  • Date: 2024-04-12 11:07:44

Parliament approves new cybersecurity regulations

Law enforcement agencies will provide platforms for anonymous reporting to allow any person to disclose useful information relating to cyber incidents or crimes.

Exclusive: Suspects behind robbery and shooting of Eastleigh businessman found dead
  • Author: Eastleigh Voice Reporter
  • Date: 2024-04-11 06:28:51

Exclusive: Suspects behind robbery and shooting of Eastleigh businessman found dead

The three are reported to have travelled to Mombasa to purchase a motor vehicle with the Sh3.9 million loot that was stolen from Adan at the time of the robbery, from where they were arrested.