4 illegal firearms in Baringo amid disarmament campaign
The National Police Service recovers four illegal firearms in Baringo County as part of ongoing disarmament efforts to curb banditry and enhance security. Community cooperation is encouraged...
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The National Police Service (NPS) has recovered four illegal firearms in Baringo County through security operations, intensifying efforts in the ongoing disarmament campaign against banditry and insecurity in the region.
- Four illegal firearms were recovered across multiple locations: Kulol Village (Akoret Location), Natan Village (Kapedo East Sub-Location), Nakoko Village (Nakoko Sub-Location), and Torumo Village (Kokore Sub-Location).
- The NPS commended public cooperation, highlighting its importance in combating illegal firearms.
- The recovered firearms are in police custody as investigations and legal processes continue, affirming the government's commitment to enhancing security.
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Police Intensify Operations Against Gangs and Banditry - February 2026
The National Police Service (NPS) is intensifying efforts against insecurity in various parts of the country. In Baringo County, the NPS recovered four illegal firearms through security operations as part of the ongoing disarmament campaign against banditry. In the Coast region, Police Commander Ali Nuno authorized the use of lethal force against the notorious "Panga Boys" gang, which is responsible for a surge of violent robberies. Commander Nuno issued a "shoot-to-kill" directive against armed criminal suspects in Mombasa County and warned criminals to abandon crime or leave the region. He emphasized that officers will use firearms when legally justified.
