Police and judicial officials have overseen the destruction of 3,600 kilograms of contraband sugar and 1,040 kilograms of bhang in Kisii County following the conclusion of several criminal cases.

The National Police Service (NPS), in a statement shared via social media on Saturday, June 27, 2026, said the exhibits were safely incinerated on Friday, June 26, at the Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital incinerator after the courts authorised their disposal.

According to the police, the destroyed items had been preserved as exhibits at the Chief Magistrate’s Court in Kisii after being seized during investigations conducted by National Police Service officers.

The destruction was carried out in compliance with court orders issued after the conclusion of the respective criminal cases.

“Yesterday, 26 June 2026, 3,600 kilograms of contraband sugar and 1,040 kilograms of bhang (cannabis) were safely destroyed by incineration at the Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital incinerator,” the NPS stated.

“The exhibits, which had been held at the Chief Magistrate’s Court in Kisii, originated from cases investigated by National Police Service officers and concluded by the courts. The destruction was carried out pursuant to lawful court orders and under the supervision of the Kisii Law Courts, in full compliance with the legal procedures for the disposal of exhibits.”

Court-supervised disposal

The National Police Service said the exercise was supervised by officials from the Kisii Law Courts to ensure full compliance with legal procedures governing the disposal of exhibits.

Authorities noted that the destruction of the exhibits forms part of the criminal justice process once cases have been finalised and the courts authorise the disposal of seized items.

“The destruction was carried out pursuant to lawful court orders and under the supervision of the Kisii Law Courts, in full compliance with the legal procedures for the disposal of exhibits,” the NPS said in a statement.

Reinforcing the fight against crime

Police said the exercise demonstrates the commitment of law enforcement agencies and the criminal justice system to enforcing the law while preventing illicit goods from finding their way back into circulation.

The destruction of the contraband sugar and cannabis also forms part of broader efforts to combat organised crime, illicit trade, and drug trafficking.

According to the NPS, eliminating seized narcotics and illegal goods helps protect public health and strengthens confidence in the country’s justice system.

“It also reaffirms the unwavering commitment of law enforcement and partner agencies in the fight against drug trafficking, substance abuse, and other forms of organised crime, thereby contributing to a safer and healthier community for the people of Kisii County and the country at large,” the statement added.

The incineration exercise was witnessed by officials drawn from the Judiciary, the health sector, environmental agencies, and law enforcement institutions.

Among those present were Kisii Law Courts Magistrate Mildred Obura, Court Registrar Winnie Keter, Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital Chief Executive Officer Dr. Marita Oimeke, and Kisii County Director of the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), Simon Tonui.

The event was also attended by members of the County Unit Coordination Committee, officers from the National Police Service led by Kisii County Police Commander Ronald Kirui, and other government stakeholders.

The destruction comes amid continued efforts by security agencies to dismantle drug trafficking networks and curb the circulation of contraband goods across the country.

Police have repeatedly warned traders and criminal networks involved in the distribution of illegal products that enforcement operations will continue, with offenders facing prosecution under Kenyan law.

Authorities have also encouraged members of the public to report suspected cases of drug trafficking, smuggling, and other organised criminal activities through established reporting channels.