2 voluntarily surrender loaded firearms to police
By Lutta Njomo, September 14, 2025The National Police Service (NPS) has continued to make progress in a bid to fully restore peace and order in the vast Elgeyo Marakwet County.
On Saturday, September 13, 2025, two individuals voluntarily surrendered loaded firearms. In a statement, NPS noted that one of the surrendered rifles was fitted with a retractable butt and was loaded with twelve rounds of 7.62 mm ammunition.
“Today, two illegal AK-47 rifles were voluntarily surrendered to police in Tot, Elgeyo Marakwet County. The firearms were surrendered by two individuals from Kabisioi Village, Olot Sub-location. One was fitted with a retractable butt and was loaded with twelve rounds of 7.62mm ammunition; the other had a wooden butt and an empty magazine,” the statement read in part.
The firearms secured
According to the national police service, the firearms were immediately secured pending further administrative action. Police in the area commended the locals for their continued cooperation in a bid to restore peace.
“The National Police Service commends the cooperation of the local community in supporting the ongoing disarmament efforts and reiterates its commitment to enhancing security and restoring lasting peace in the Kerio Valley,” NPS stated.
“Members of the public are encouraged to continue working closely with the security agencies by sharing any information that may help to recover illegal arms or prevent crime. Reports can be made at the nearest police station or anonymously through the toll-free hotlines 999, 911, 112, via #FichuaKwaDCI on 0800 722 203, or on WhatsApp 0709 570 000.”
AK-47 recovered
A week earlier, police had recovered one AK-47 rifle, twelve rounds of ammunition, two magazines, and a smoke jacket.
According to NPS, the recovery came after officers conducted an intelligence-led operation in the Kabetwa area of Tot, Elgeyo Marakwet County.
During the well-orchestrated operation, the security officers intercepted an individual believed to be a bandit and seized the rifle.
“The exhibits have been secured as evidence, while the person of interest is in custody pending processing and arraignment in court,” the national police service detailed.
“The National Police Service commends the vigilance and dedication of the officers engaged in anti-banditry operations and reaffirms its commitment to enhancing security within the Kerio Valley and other affected regions.”