The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has busted an alleged counterfeit maize flour repackaging operation in Kasarani, seizing thousands of packets and arresting seven suspects.

• Recovered items include 3,682 packets of a popular brand valued at approximately Ksh312,120, plus hundreds of packets from three other brands.
• The operation involved repackaging flour using labels resembling popular brands, raising concerns about market safety amid an anticipated maize shortage.
• The DCI, alongside the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA), is investigating the syndicate and analyzing the seized products.

An 18-year-old woman was arrested at Ruai police station for allegedly attempting to smuggle jailbreak tools to three suspects via a plate of food.

• The tools discovered were a pair of pliers and scissors.
• The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) issued a warning against aiding escapes from lawful custody.
• The three suspects were detained for allegedly using an anonymous TikTok account to lure, rob, and sexually assault young women.

Milk prices in Kenya have nearly doubled in recent days due to a persistent shortage, with a 500ml packet now costing up to Ksh90 in Nairobi and other regions.

• A 500ml packet of milk is selling for as much as Ksh90, with some areas like Pipeline seeing prices reach Ksh110 per litre.
• The shortage is affecting consumers, milk ATM operators, and hotels, with supplies reportedly falling significantly.
• Causes cited include dry weather, high feed costs, and reduced milk production, though the Kenya Dairy Board describes the situation as temporary.

Two suspects have been arrested in Nairobi following a police operation that recovered stolen Kenya Power electricity meters. The National Police Service (NPS) is cracking down on the theft and handling of electricity infrastructure.

• Several Kenya Power electricity meters were recovered during the operation in Lucky Summer.
• The suspects were arrested on Tuesday, September 15.
• The operation involved officers from Lucky Summer and Ruaraka police stations working with Kenya Power personnel.