The drugs were discovered after officers received a tip from a member of the public about suspicious activity in Imenti North Sub-County.
The police intercepted an Isuzu lorry traveling along Ruiri-Nchiru Road. Upon spotting the officers, the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled.
The police intercepted an Isuzu lorry traveling along Ruiri-Nchiru Road. Upon spotting the officers, the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled.
After searching the lorry, police found the cannabis carefully hidden in a secret compartment. The drugs were then secured, and the vehicle was towed to Meru Police Station. A manhunt for the driver is ongoing.
Officials have commended the community for their support. The National Police Service (NPS) encouraged residents to continue reporting any illegal activities to help authorities fight the growing drug trade.
Officials have commended the community for their support. The National Police Service (NPS) encouraged residents to continue reporting any illegal activities to help authorities fight the growing drug trade.
“The public’s involvement is key to stopping narcotics. We urge everyone to provide information whenever they see suspicious activities,” the NPS said.
Drug trafficking remains a major concern in Meru County, with authorities emphasizing the dangers it poses to society.
Drug trafficking remains a major concern in Meru County, with authorities emphasizing the dangers it poses to society.
Cannabis, also known as marijuana, is illegal in Kenya and its production, possession, or sale attracts severe penalties under the law.
Police operations like this aim to prevent the drug from reaching local neighborhoods and schools, protecting young people from substance abuse.
Meru County police have vowed to intensify their efforts in curbing drug trafficking. They continue to monitor major transport routes and are working closely with the public to identify and apprehend those involved in illegal activities.
Meru County police have vowed to intensify their efforts in curbing drug trafficking. They continue to monitor major transport routes and are working closely with the public to identify and apprehend those involved in illegal activities.
Residents are reminded that collaboration with law enforcement is crucial in maintaining safety and reducing crime.
This latest seizure is one of the largest in recent months in the region, sending a clear message to drug dealers that the police are vigilant and determined to tackle crime.
This latest seizure is one of the largest in recent months in the region, sending a clear message to drug dealers that the police are vigilant and determined to tackle crime.
Authorities also called on communities across Kenya to support similar operations by staying alert and reporting suspicious activity immediately.
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