2 Illegal Firearms Surrendered in Elgeyo Marakwet
Two more illegal firearms have been voluntarily surrendered to authorities in Elgeyo Marakwet County, adding to the growing number of illicit weapons being recovered in the region. The latest surrender is part of the ongoing government amnesty program encouraging residents to hand over illegal arms without facing prosecution. The firearms were received by local security officials in the presence of community elders.
The National Police Service has commended the residents for their cooperation, highlighting that every weapon surrendered contributes to reducing the firepower available for criminal activities and inter-communal clashes. The amnesty drive, which combines community engagement with the threat of a subsequent forceful operation, has been pivotal in convincing holders of illegal arms to come forward.
Security managers in the county have urged other individuals still in possession of such weapons to take advantage of the amnesty window. The continued surrender of firearms is seen as a critical step towards disarming the community and establishing a foundation for sustainable peace and development in the region.