Detectives recover M16 rifle linked to four murders in Isiolo, Meru

Detectives in Kenya are investigating whether an M16 rifle recovered in Isiolo is linked to four separate murders in Isiolo and Meru counties over the past 18 months. The firearm was recovered during a multi-agency operation involving police from Isiolo County, National Police Reservists, and National Government Administration Officers.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) believes the rifle is linked to suspected bandit Aloise Lochuchu, alias “Akoo”. While detectives are yet to conclusively establish whether the rifle was used in the killings, the recovery has provided a potential forensic lead. The rifle has been secured at the Isiolo Police Station and will undergo ballistic examination at the National Forensic Laboratory to determine if it matches bullets or cartridges from the crime scenes.

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