Two suspects have been arrested in Rongai following a coordinated police operation that led to the recovery of a stolen firearm, imitation weapons, and other security equipment.
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), working jointly with officers from Ngong Police Station, carried out the intelligence-led raid in the Kware and Mandazi Road areas within Rongai town.
The operation resulted in the arrest of 54-year-old Cyrus Mureithi Mburu and 49-year-old Peter Kangethe.
According to investigators, the arrests followed credible intelligence linking the suspects to possession of a firearm that had earlier been stolen from a police officer.
During a search at Mburu’s residence, detectives recovered a magazine loaded with 15 rounds of 9mm ammunition, as well as a container of gun oil.
Further investigations led to the recovery of a Ceska pistol, identified by serial number F9418, which had previously been robbed from an officer attached to the Security of Government Buildings (SGB).
Authorities described the recovery as a significant breakthrough in efforts to track and retrieve stolen government-issued weapons.
Fake Weapons and Security Gear Seized
In addition to the firearm, officers also seized two imitation guns believed to have been used to intimidate victims, a pair of handcuffs, keys, and a Maasai sword.
All recovered items have been secured as exhibits to support ongoing investigations.
The two suspects are currently being held at Ngong Police Station and are expected to be arraigned in court once investigations are complete.
Police say they are pursuing additional leads to determine whether the suspects are part of a larger criminal network operating within the region.
In a statement, the DCI reiterated its commitment to maintaining public safety and protecting government assets.
Authorities also urged members of the public to continue sharing information that could aid in crime prevention through anonymous reporting channels.
The arrests come amid heightened security operations targeting illegal firearms and organized crime in the Nairobi metropolitan area.
Police have encouraged citizens to report suspicious activity, emphasizing that community cooperation remains critical in the fight against crime.
