Police in Rachuonyo, Homa Bay county arrest robbery suspect, recover firearm, military gear
Police in Rachuonyo South, Homa Bay county are holding a robbery with violence suspect who was arrested and a firearm loaded with four rounds of ammunition, military gear and other illegal possessions including proscribed drugs recovered from him.
According to an update by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) today, the identified as Barnabas Okello, aged 34 years was apprehended by detectives from Rachuonyo North.
The detectives were acting on a tip-off from local residents and were backed by their counterparts from Kendubay Police Station.
They laid an ambush at Okello’s house in South Kanyaluo, where they seized him and also made several key recoveries.
Among the items recovered include a military gear, balaclavas, camouflage clothing, and several rolls of bhang.
They will be presented as exhibits in court.
“We would like to extend our gratitude to the vigilant members of the public whose valuable contributions continue to enhance the safety and security of their communities.” The police said.
