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Originally published by Kenyanstop
January 18, 2026
16h ago
Carjackers With Military Gear Arrested Along Mombasa-Nairobi Highway

According to the detectives, the arrest followed a targeted operation in the Mbarikani area after receiving a tip-off from members of the public...
✨ Key Highlights
DCI detectives in Rabai sub-county have arrested three suspects linked to a notorious highway robbery gang terrorizing motorists, especially truck drivers, along the Mombasa-Nairobi highway. The arrests followed a tip-off and a targeted operation in the Mbarikani area on Monday, January 18.
- Key Recoveries: Detectives recovered foreign currency, two pairs of military boots, 14 rolls of bhang, and various other items during the operation.
- Organizations Involved: The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) led the operation, with support from the National Police Service (NPS).
- Modus Operandi: The gang uses various tactics, including posing as police officers, blocking roads with objects, and pretending to be stranded passengers to intercept trucks.
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