Police nab suspect and recover stolen items in Nairobi

Police have arrested a suspect in Nairobi, and recovered stolen electronic devices in an intelligence-led operation conducted on July 10, 2025.

Officers from Utalii Police Station stormed the suspect’s residence, which also serves as an electronics repair workshop, following credible information from members of the public.

“The suspect was placed in custody, awaiting arraignment in court as investigations continue,” Police officer said.

During the raid, police recovered 72 mobile phones, two laptops, one Universal Flashing Interface (UFI), a Pandora device, a camera, two external hard drives, and a CPU.

Preliminary investigations have revealed that 32 of the mobile phones have already been positively identified by M-KOPA Company as items stolen from their customers.

The remaining electronics have been secured as exhibits pending further identification by rightful owners.

The suspect was taken into custody and is awaiting arraignment as investigations continue to determine the full scope of his operations and any possible accomplices.

In a statement, the National Police Service (NPS) applauded members of the public for providing vital information that led to the breakthrough, calling it a win for community policing.

“The National Police Service commends members of the public for the information that led to the arrest and recovery, and encourages them to continue working closely with law enforcement officers by volunteering information in line with the spirit of community policing.,” said the NPS.

The arrest comes amid a surge in electronic thefts in informal settlements across Nairobi, with police stepping up efforts to dismantle networks involved in the resale and modification of stolen devices.