DCI arrest ‘Kapenguria Six’ gang behind organised crime in Endebess
Six suspected members of the 'Kapenguria Six' gang have been arrested in Endebess, Trans-Nzoia, with weapons recovered. DCI investigations ongoing...
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Police in Endebess Sub-County, Trans-Nzoia County, have apprehended six suspected members of the “Kapenguria Six” gang following a joint security operation. This gang is linked to an array of criminal activities that have instilled fear among residents in Kaisheber, Nabeki, Cherubai, and surrounding villages.
- Six suspects, identified as Juma Wanjala, Samson Kapolon Ewoi, Thomas Esakon Lorongoi, Linus Wekesa Wasilwa, Moses Kisuya Wekesa, and Ezra Simiyu Nyongesa, were arrested by the DCI.
- The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) conducted the operation on Monday, January 19.
- Authorities recovered a military jungle belt, a beret, and three pangas during the arrests, indicating the gang's violent readiness.
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