Detectives Arrest Eight Suspected Cattle Thieves in Kirinyaga County
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Kirinyaga have arrested eight suspects believed to be part of a sophisticated cattle rustling syndicate. The arrests followed a meticulous operation triggered by multiple reports from farmers about missing livestock. The suspects were apprehended in various parts of the county, and several stolen cattle were recovered and returned to their rightful owners.
According to the police, the syndicate operated by stealing animals from farms at night and quickly moving them to other regions for sale, making it difficult to trace. The breakthrough came after the DCI acted on intelligence provided by members of the public, leading to the coordinated arrests. The suspects are currently in custody and are assisting police with investigations to uncover the full extent of the theft network.
The Kirinyaga County Police Commander commended the collaboration between the public and the security agencies, which proved crucial in dismantling the ring. He urged residents to remain vigilant and continue reporting suspicious activities. The eight suspects are expected to be arraigned in court to face charges of stock theft, which carries a severe penalty upon conviction.