Police have arrested two people transporting illegal ethanol in Eldama Ravine, Baringo County.
Acting on an anonymous tip off, officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) the two suspects identified as Shadrack Kemboi, the driver, and his accomplice, Daniel Ruto, were arrested after officers received reports about a suspicious black Prado, registration no. KCZ 183C, thought to be ferrying contraband.
A police report from the DCI said the officers swiftly set up an ambush in Benonin area along Makutano Road, successfully intercepting the vehicle in a well-coordinated effort.
During the arrest, 47 twenty-five-litre jerrycans filled with the illegal substance were recovered by detectives.
“Both the vehicle and the suspects were promptly escorted to Eldama Ravine Police Station. A further search revealed a motor vehicle registration number plate, KDM 725N,” read the report.
“The suspects remain in custody, undergoing processing as they await their day in court.”
