Four persons of interest, including two foreign nationals, have been arrested in Nairobi following an intelligence-led operation by detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU) targeting drug trafficking within the city.

According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the operation was conducted at Denluck Apartment after detectives acted on credible intelligence regarding suspected narcotics activities at the premises.

The raid was carried out at about 7:30 pm, which led to the arrest of the persons of interest.

“Detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU) based at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Headquarters have arrested four suspects, including two foreign nationals, following a successful intelligence-led operation targeting narcotics trafficking within Nairobi,” DCI stated.

Items recovered

During the operation, detectives recovered quantities of suspected cannabis sativa concealed in a bluish basin and a black polythene bag.

Police also seized several items believed to have been used in the processing, packaging and distribution of narcotic drugs.

The recovered items included a weighing scale, a pair of scissors, three lighters, Rizla rolling papers, a crusher, rolling flags and several small envelopes commonly used for packaging.

“During the operation, detectives recovered quantities of suspected cannabis sativa in the form of greenish dry plant material concealed in a bluish basin and a black polythene bag,” DCI stated.

The four persons of interest were escorted to Muthaiga Police Station, where they are being held pending completion of investigations and their arraignment in court.

Recovered exhibits

The recovered exhibits were transferred to DCI Headquarters for documentation, safe custody and forensic analysis as investigations continue.

“All recovered exhibits were secured and transferred to DCI Headquarters for safe custody, documentation and forensic analysis as investigations continue,” DCI said.

“The Directorate of Criminal Investigations remains steadfast in the fight against trafficking and abuse of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, and continues to urge members of the public to volunteer information that may aid ongoing operations against the vice.”