Three suspects have been arrested and two pistols with five rounds of ammunition recovered following an intelligence-led operation in Nyangoto, Kuria West, Migori County.

Charles Mwita, Joshua Obachi and Ignitius Likhanga were arrested from their hideout by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives backed by police officers from Kuria West.

“Detectives also recovered a Subaru Impreza, three motorcycles, three welding machines, two grinding machines, a water pump, power cables and eight assorted mobile phones,” the DCI says in a statement.

The three suspects remain in police custody undergoing processing pending arraignment.

Meanwhile, the recovered items have been detained as exhibits.

“The Directorate of Criminal Investigations commends members of the public for their continued vigilance and timely sharing of information. Citizens are encouraged to report suspicious activities at the nearest police station or through #FichuaKwaDCI. Call 0800 722 203 (Toll-free) or WhatsApp at 0709 570 000.”