Isiolo police seize 44 sachets of bhang, arrest one person of interest
Police in Isiolo have arrested one person of interest and recovered 44 sachets of suspected bhang in a targeted operation against illicit drugs in the county. The operation was conducted on Monday, September 7, 2026, across Isiolo Township and the Bula Pesa area as part of ongoing multi-agency efforts to combat the trafficking and distribution […]
Isiolo police have seized 44 sachets of suspected bhang and arrested an individual of interest in a crackdown on illicit drugs. The operation, conducted on Monday, September 7, 2026, targeted Isiolo Township and Bula Pesa, as part of ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking. Acting on a special enforcement mission, police officers found a person in possession of a substantial amount of suspected Cannabis sativa, also known as bhang.
The suspect was apprehended and taken to Isiolo Police Station, where he was booked into custody. Police also recovered cannabis seeds hidden in a red polythene bag. The recovered substances are being documented as evidence for ongoing investigations. This arrest is part of a broader campaign by the National Police Service to eradicate the trade in illegal drugs and brews, with intensified efforts nationwide to disrupt narcotics supply chains.
The police urge the public to report any suspicious activities to prevent further drug-related crimes.
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