Police nab 3 men linked to over 200 large rolls of bhang in Oyugis
By Cynthia Lodite, March 5, 2026Police Officers from the National Police Service have nabbed three men linked to over 200 large rolls of cannabis sativa in Oyugis town.
In a statement by the National Police Service official X account on Thursday, March 5, 2026, police confirmed that the three were nabbed on Wednesday 4, March 2026 following a raid within Oyugis town.
“Officers from Oyugis Police Station arrested three more suspects yesterday during a successful raid within Oyugis Town, as part of an ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking in the area,” NPS said.
At the time of the arrest, the officers recovered other items believed to be associated with illegal activities.
“The suspects, aged between 23 and 25, were arrested after being found in possession of over 200 large rolls of suspected cannabis sativa. A search conducted at the suspects’ residence led to the recovery of several other items believed to be associated with illegal activities,” NPS added.
In addition, other items recovered during the raid included eleven mobile phones, one Dell laptop, two HP laptops, a weighing machine, a laptop charger, one tablet.
Similarly, the officers confirmed the recovery of a blue Honda motorbike with its number plates removed, and a police smock jacket.
“These included eleven mobile phones, one Dell laptop, two HP laptops, a weighing machine, a laptop charger, one tablet, a blue Honda motorbike with its number plates removed, and a police smock jacket,” NPS noted.
According to the National Police Service, the arrests have highlighted the continued threat posed by illicit drugs, which significantly undermine the well-being, productivity, and prospects of the youth.
The police further confirmed that the three were taken to police custody as they await arraignment.
In addition, the officers have secured the items, which police stated will be used as exhibits to support further investigations.
“The suspects were placed in custody pending arraignment, while the items have been secured as exhibits to support further investigations,” NPS said.
The National Police Service has affirmed that it remains steadfast in its commitment to serving and protecting the public.