Kilifi South Sub-County police officers have arrested six suspects linked to a violent robbery and burglary incident that was committed on January 28, 2026 in Mtwapa.

Mustafa Majeza Juma, Bubbline Kitsao Kazungu, and Abdul Mwatondo Matano were arrested by the officers who recovered six mobile phones, eight national identity cards belonging to different individuals, two Somali swords, two pangas, and a cash bail receipt in Mustafa Majeza Juma’s name.

Preliminary investigations have revealed that the cash bail receipt relates to an attempted robbery with violence case, for which the suspect had an active warrant of arrest.

Under interrogation, the trio led detectives to additional accomplices. This trail saw the arrest of Swale Mwarauka, Mohammed Juma, and Hamisi Rama at another residence.

A search of the second hideout uncovered 18 large rolls of cannabis sativa, a weighing scale, and KSh7,000 in cash, believed to be proceeds of crime.

All six suspects were escorted to Mtwapa Police Station for processing and later arraigned.

Detectives were granted 14-day custodial orders to wrap up investigations, as authorities tighten the noose on violent crime and ensure the suspects face the full force of the law.