Detectives from Rabai Sub-County have arrested three men believed to be part of a notorious gang targeting truck drivers along the Mombasa-Nairobi highway.

In a statement shared on X on Sunday, January 18, 2026, DCI said the arrests followed a tip-off from vigilant members of the public, prompting authorities to launch a focused operation in Mabirikani.

“Thanks to a timely tip from alert members of the public, detectives launched a targeted operation in the Mabirikani area, culminating in the arrest of Juma Ali, Hamisi Juma, and Benedict Chirodo, who are believed to be part of a larger criminal group known for terrorising truck drivers near the Bonje area of Mazeras Township,” the DCI statement read.

Upon arrest, authorities recovered a variety of items that linked the persons of interest to multiple criminal cases at Mazeras police station.

“Upon their arrest, investigators recovered several items, including currency from different countries, two pairs of military boots, fourteen rolls of bhang, thirty-two pieces of mug glass, mobile phone chargers, two bales of carrier bags, and an HCL computer keyboard. This haul is linked to multiple cases filed at Mazeras police station, showcasing the gang’s broad criminal activities,” DCI said in a statement.

The persons of interest are now in custody and will be processed before appearing in court, while the recovered items have been secured as evidence.

“The suspects are currently in custody, undergoing processing before their court appearance. The recovered items have since been secured as exhibits in the ongoing investigation,” the statement added.

Authorities are urging members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity along the Mombasa-Nairobi highway to help prevent further robberies.