Police officers from Luanda Police Station
in Vihiga County have discovered 16 bales of suspected cannabis sativa weighing approximately 40 kilograms
The discovery followed a successful
operation conducted in the Emabungo location on Monday
The officers acted on a tip-off about
suspicious cartons that had been left behind by an unknown motorcycle rider.
‘’Upon arriving at the scene, we inspected the boxes and discovered 16 bales of suspected Cannabis sativa, weighing approximately 40 kilograms, ’noted the police.
The narcotics were seized as exhibits, and
investigations are underway to establish the identity and whereabouts of the
motorcycle rider.
The public is urged to report suspicious
activities to the nearest police station or via the toll-free numbers 999, 911,
112, #FichuaKwaDCI
(0800 722 203), or WhatsApp (0709 570 000) for a prompt response.
Meanwhile, Police officers have arrested a suspect found in possession of dried material
suspected to be cannabis sativa weighing approximately three kilograms in a
swift operation conducted at the Watiti Roadblock on Monday.
The arrest followed
a tip from a vigilant member of the public who reported a suspicious
individual on a motorbike who appeared to be hesitant to cross the barrier.
Acting quickly on the tip, officers from the
roadblock stayed alert for a motorcycle license plate number KMQZ 007K, and
upon the rider reaching the roadblock, the officers promptly stopped him.
The rider attempted to evade the spike.
According to the police, the suspect was
carrying a blue safari bag strapped to his back. He was subjected to a thorough
search, where police discovered dried material suspected to be cannabis
sativa
‘’Upon opening the bag, officers discovered a dried
plant material suspected to be cannabis sativa, weighing approximately 3
kilograms,’’ noted the police
The suspect was immediately arrested and
escorted to Bute Police Station, where he was placed in custody.
He is expected to appear in court today, August 5, 2025.
