The government’s ongoing disarmament campaign in Kerio Valley Sub-County continues to make progress, with more residents voluntarily surrendering illegal firearms.
On Thursday, security officials at Tot Police Station received two more firearms — an AK-47 rifle and a G3 rifle — from residents of Kaben and Arror Locations.
This brings the total number of recovered weapons in the region to 290, along with 2,137 rounds of ammunition, according to police reports.
Authorities attribute the progress to increased collaboration between the National Police Service (NPS) and local communities, which they say has strengthened efforts to restore peace and stability in the area.
In a statement, the NPS commended residents for their cooperation, noting that it reflects growing public trust in security initiatives. The service reiterated its appeal for more residents to provide information that could support further recovery of illegal firearms.
The government has emphasized its commitment to reducing gun-related violence and promoting safety in pastoral regions through dialogue, trust-building, and consistent security operations.
Earlier, on September 20, 2025, the NPS announced that the disarmament exercise in Kerio Valley had achieved “major gains,” following the voluntary surrender of 19 firearms, 109 rounds of assorted ammunition, and one rifle grenade in Tot and Chesongoch areas.
In a statement at the time, the NPS said the recovery marked steady progress in efforts to remove illegal arms and enhance security in the region. The weapons were reportedly handed over as part of an ongoing operation combined with community outreach initiatives.
Security teams in the valley are using both dialogue and targeted operations to trace and recover weapons still in circulation. Local leaders and residents are also being engaged to encourage voluntary surrender, which police say is vital for restoring long-term peace.
According to the NPS, the strategy focuses on sustained engagement, law enforcement, and community partnership to create conditions for lasting stability and development in the region.
Authorities maintain that continued disarmament efforts are expected to help curb incidents of armed violence and improve overall security in Kerio Valley.
