Two suspects linked to the trafficking of cannabis were arrested in an operation led by the by the National Authority for the Campaign against Alcohol
and Drug Abuse (NACADA) enforcement unit in Juja town, Kiambu county, on Thursday.
The
Nacada team collaborated with the Kiambu County coordination team, the National
Police Service (NPS), and the National Government Administration Officers
(NGAO).
The
operation followed weeks of intelligence gathering that resulted in the arrest of the
two suspects.
The
suspects were apprehended at a residential house in Juja town and are believed
to have been supplying marijuana to locals within the area.
During
the raid, the team recovered a substantial number of illicit materials,
including approximately 500 assorted rolls of suspected cannabis, 251 packed
sachets, 5 large bales, 2 digital weighing scales, 1 kitchen scale, 40 pieces
of Rizler papers, 1 rolling stick, 6 scissors, and assorted packing nylon
papers.
The
suspects were escorted to Juja Police Station for documentation before being
transferred to Muthaiga Police Station, where they were held pending
arraignment.
Speaking
on the operation, NACADA CEO Dr. Anthony Omerikwa emphasized the agency’s
commitment to eradicating drug trafficking and abuse in the country.
“This operation is a testament to our
unwavering resolve to combat the menace of narcotic drugs. We will continue to
work closely with other law enforcement agencies to ensure that those involved
in this illegal trade face the full force of the law,” Dr. Omerikwa stated.
He
further urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report any
suspicious activities related to drug trafficking, reaffirming NACADA’s
dedication to creating a drug-free society.
This latest crackdown underscores the government’s intensified efforts to curb the proliferation of illegal drugs, particularly in urban areas where youth are increasingly vulnerable to substance abuse.
