Four Ethiopians Arrested in Makueni for Being in Kenya Illegally
Police in Makueni County have arrested four Ethiopian nationals for being in the country illegally. The individuals were apprehended during a routine security operation conducted by a multi-agency team in the Nguu/Masumba ward area. The suspects are believed to have been in transit, likely attempting to reach a major urban center, a common pattern in human trafficking routes through the region.
According to the Makueni County Criminal Investigation Officer, the four were unable to produce any valid travel or identification documents upon interrogation. They are currently being held in police custody as authorities work to establish their intended final destination and the network that facilitated their entry into Kenya. The arrest highlights the ongoing challenge of managing porous borders and transnational human trafficking.
The suspects are expected to be processed for arraignment in court to face charges related to being in Kenya unlawfully. Following the legal proceedings, the standard procedure is their deportation back to their country of origin. Security agencies have urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious individuals to help curb the influx of illegal immigrants, which is often linked to broader criminal networks.