Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested seven suspected gangsters in Nakuru County.
In a statement on Friday, October 18, DCI disclosed that the suspects, Sammy Lolmigan, Simon Lesuruan, Samuel Lengaur, Saidimu Lenamarle, James Lesuruan, Saidi Lepadasa, and Saloi Lengewa, have been terrorizing residents of Eveready area in Nakuru.
According to DCI, the suspects were arrested at a house in Soilo area of Nakuru West Sub-County, where a gun loaded with 12 rounds of ammunition was also recovered.
"Detectives from Nakuru Central Police Station have successfully dismantled a gang of violent robbery suspects who have been striking terror in the hearts of innocent residents of Eveready area in Nakuru and recovered a Ceska pistol.
"Acting on vital tips from vigilant locals, the detectives executed a swift raid at the suspects' house in Soilo area in Nakuru West Sub-County. Their meticulous search bore fruit, uncovering a Ceska pistol (serial no. 75P07) with a loaded magazine of 12 rounds," DCI stated.
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The directorate disclosed that the suspects are in police custody for processing as they await arraignment in court.
DCI expressed gratitude to the members of the public for their valuable information in curbing crime.
"The Directorate of Criminal Investigations extends its gratitude to the members of the public for their invaluable information in combating crime.
"This collaborative effort highlights the power of community vigilance in combating crime and ensuring the safety of all residents," DCI stated.
