The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has intensified its war against narcotics trafficking following a major anti-drug operation in Kilifi that led to the arrest of two suspects and the recovery of cannabis sativa valued at approximately Sh4.2 million.
The operation, conducted by detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU) in Kilifi, targeted a house in the Kisumu Ndogo area of Kilifi town.
According to investigators, the raid was intelligence-led and formed part of ongoing efforts to dismantle drug distribution networks operating along the Coast region.
During the operation, detectives arrested two suspects identified as Eisha Mzungu Kalama and Jamal Chilumo Chiraga. Authorities believe the pair were involved in the storage and distribution of narcotic substances within the region.
Large Cannabis Consignment Recovered
A search conducted inside the house uncovered two and a half sacks of cannabis sativa wrapped in brown khaki paper. The haul weighed approximately 142 kilograms and was allegedly prepared for distribution to various destinations.
Investigators say the recovery marks a significant breakthrough in efforts to curb the circulation of illegal drugs in Kilifi and neighbouring counties, which have increasingly become hotspots for narcotics trafficking.
The suspects were immediately escorted to Kilifi Police Station together with the seized drugs, where they are currently undergoing processing ahead of their arraignment in court.
Authorities confirmed that the narcotics have been secured as exhibits as detectives continue investigations into what is suspected to be a wider trafficking network.
Detectives have in recent months intensified surveillance and intelligence gathering in an effort to disrupt supply chains linked to cannabis and other illegal substances.
The DCI has urged members of the public to continue sharing information with authorities to support ongoing operations against drug dealers and traffickers.
The suspects are expected to be arraigned once investigations and processing are complete.
