Sh50m alcohol stock, murder and robberies gang targeting liquor outlets (Juja, Kiambu County)

A break-in attempt in Kiambu County took a dramatic turn over the weekend when a suspected burglar was severely injured after falling from a height, local reports say. According to Streamline Feed, the individual had tried to force his way into a residential building, only for the operation to fail and end in chaos. The intruder reportedly lost his balance and plunged to the ground, sustaining injuries that forced him to flee the scene. Streamline
Authorities say that the suspect was attempting to access the premises under cover of darkness, but his efforts were thwarted by either a sudden misstep or possibly being startled by unsuspecting occupants. While the full motive remains unclear, locals speculate that the assailant may have been attempting to make a quick getaway when things went wrong. The injuries he sustained suggest he fell from a considerable height, though no weapons or valuables have yet been publicly confirmed as recovered. Streamline
The incident has raised renewed concern among Kiambu residents about property security and the effectiveness of existing surveillance measures. Community leaders are calling on local law enforcement to increase patrols and strengthen communication with neighborhood watch groups. Some have also urged for better lighting in vulnerable areas, especially at night, to deter similar attempts. Streamline
Moving forward, police say they are investigating the matter to track down the injured suspect and determine whether he is linked to other burglary cases in the region. They have appealed for anyone with information — such as CCTV footage or eyewitness testimony — to come forward. The case has reignited a broader debate on how best to balance community safety with preventive crime-fighting efforts in rapidly urbanizing counties like Kiambu.