Livestock recovered by police officers from bandits in Samburu County/National Police Service/X
Police officers have recovered livestock stolen during a bandit attack in Samburu County.
On June 12, 2025, officers from the National Police Service (NPS) received reports of an attack in Natiti Village, Baragoi Sub-Location. About 150 goat and sheep were stolen.
The officers responded swiftly. They launched an operation to pursue the armed bandits and recover the animals.
Upon intercepting the bandits, a fierce exchange of gunfire ensued. The police overpowered the criminals.
All the stolen livestock were recovered and returned to their owners.
In a statement, the NPS commended the officers for their dedication and bravery.
“The Service remains committed to its mission of protecting and serving the public,” the NPS said.
On June 10, officers from the National Police Service conducted an intelligence-led operation resulting in the successful recovery of 10 cows that had been stolen from Kowow sub-location, Endo location, in Elgeyo Marakwet county.
The recovered livestock were located in Tigit Village, Masol location, Pokot Central subcounty.
Following the operation, the animals were formally handed back to their rightful owners in the presence of the Chief of Kowow sublocation.
The National Police Service reiterated its commitment to addressing cattle rustling and related crimes through enhanced intelligence gathering, timely operational response, and continued collaboration with local communities and security agencies.
In recent weeks, security forces across Kenya have intensified operations targeting livestock theft, leading to several successful recoveries.
In Narok county, police recovered 11 stolen cattle following a nighttime operation in Ang’ata Barikoi.
The recovery occurred near the Miti Mingi Bridge after officers engaged suspected rustlers who opened fire.
The livestock were later returned to their owner, and authorities have since boosted patrols in the area to deter future incidents.
