Embu Authorities Seize 1,500 Crates of Suspected Counterfeit Liquor
Authorities in Embu have seized a massive consignment of 1,500 crates of suspected counterfeit liquor in a major multi-agency crackdown on illicit brews. The operation, led by the National Police Service and public health officers, targeted a sophisticated distribution network operating from a concealed warehouse within the county. The seized alcohol, with an estimated street value of millions of shillings, is suspected to be counterfeit versions of popular spirit brands.
According to the County Commissioner, the raid followed weeks of intelligence gathering and surveillance. The liquor was found to lack the necessary Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) excise stamps and was deemed unfit for human consumption after preliminary tests. Several suspects were arrested during the operation and are currently in police custody assisting with investigations.
The seizure marks a significant victory in the ongoing war against counterfeit and illicit alcohol in the region. The County Commissioner warned that the crackdown will continue relentlessly, with plans to pursue the manufacturers and masterminds of the distribution syndicates. The 1,500 crates were publicly destroyed as a strong deterrent to other traders in the illicit business.