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October 2, 2026
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4 arrested in Western as DCI steps up crackdown on narcotics

4 arrested in Western as DCI steps up crackdown on narcotics

A coordinated crackdown on narcotics trafficking in Busia and Bungoma counties has led to the arrest of four suspects and the recovery of a substantial haul of cannabis sativa. In Busia County, detectives from the National Anti-Narcotics Investigation Bureau (NANIB), acting on in..

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A DCI-led crackdown on narcotics trafficking in Western Kenya has resulted in the arrest of four individuals and the seizure of a significant amount of cannabis.

  • Over 59 kilograms of cannabis sativa, valued at over Sh1.7 million, were recovered in Busia County.
  • Detectives from the National Anti-Narcotics Investigation Bureau (NANIB) and Bungoma Police Station were involved in the operations.
  • Suspects were arrested in Busia and Bungoma counties following the interception of a Fuso lorry and a Toyota Probox.

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