Four suspects have been arrested following a multi-agency security operation, which led to the recovery of 454 kilogrammes of suspected narcotics worth KSh3. 6 billion in Msambweni, Kwale County.
According to the National Police Service (NPS) operation was based on a tip-off that prompted the police to arrest the primary suspect in Tanzania at around 5am on Nov 5 2026 while in the process of trafficking suspected narcotic drugs.
Later, the man was surrendered to the Kenyan authorities by the Tanzanian officials at the border point of Lungalunga-Horohoro.
After the probe and the suspect’s interview, the suspect directed the police to Shirazi Village in Kingwede Shirazi Location where another suspected accomplice was found.
Subsequent investigations led the multi-agency team to Ganja La Simba Village, Kinondo Location, in Msambweni Sub-County.
Meanwhile, a search at a second of the locations yielded 454 kilogrammes of the alleged narcotics and an estimated street value of KSh3. 6 billion. Other suspects were also arrested in the process.
Two motor vehicles and a motorcycle were also seized by the police linked to the alleged smuggling network.
The foursuspects are in lawful custody, while the drugs and cars recovered have been documented as exhibits.
NPS said the raid was ongoing, reiterating its commitment to work with regional and international security agencies to dismantle cross-border drug trafficking networks.