Police seize over 1K rolls of bhang in Githurai operation
By Mabonga Makhanu, August 30, 2025Police in Kiambu County have arrested a 28-year-old person of interest and recovered a large consignment of cannabis following a coordinated operation in Githurai 45.
In a statement released by the police on Saturday, August 30, 2025, officers from the Kiambu County Headquarters raided the suspect’s rented house, where they discovered 1,473 rolls of cannabis, 2.1 kilograms of unprocessed cannabis, and cash amounting to Ksh 5,470, believed to be proceeds from drug sales.
“During the operation, a 28-year-old male suspect was arrested. A search of his rented house led to the recovery of 1,473 rolls of cannabis, 2.1 kilograms of unprocessed cannabis, and cash amounting to Ksh5,470, suspected to be proceeds from its sale.” Police said.
The 28-year-old, according to the police, was processed and placed in custody, with them confirming that he will be arraigned in court once investigations are complete.
The National Police Service has commended the officers involved in the operation, reiterating its commitment to intensifying the crackdown on narcotics within the country.
Police have also urged members of the public to continue providing actionable intelligence to aid in the fight against crime.
“The National Police Service commends the officers involved and reiterates its steadfast dedication to the sustained crackdown on narcotics.”
Crackdown in Kiambu
This comes days after Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen launched a crackdown on illicit brews in Kiambu County.
The CS made the announcement on Monday, August 18, 2025, during the Jukwaa la Usalama forum held in the county.
He noted that Kiambu has been identified as one of the areas heavily affected by drug abuse and the alcohol menace, making it a top priority in the government’s security discussions.
“Our greatest effort is the manufacture of second-generation alcohol; within the county itself, we are very concerned that a number of properly licensed manufacturers, who are manufacturing good alcohol, are also involving themselves in adulterating other alcohol,” Murkomen stated.