NACADA seizes thousands of illicit liquor in Nandi County Crackdown
NAIROBI Kenya Sep 23 – The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA), in a multi-agency operation conducted this morning, seized thousands of bottles of suspected…
NACADA, the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse, conducted a multi-agency operation in Nandi County, Kenya, to seize thousands of bottles of suspected illegal alcohol. The operation, carried out in collaboration with Kapsabet Police Station, targeted illicit liquor premises in Kapsabet Township, Nandi Central Sub-County. Authorities seized 4,008 bottles of Kingdom Vodka and 240 bottles of John’s X5 Gin, along with other uncustomed goods.
The crackdown aims to combat the rising cases of alcohol abuse and related health complications caused by illegal brews. Two suspects, aged 27 and 28, were arrested at the raided locations and are expected to face charges under the Excise Act and for dealing in uncustomed goods. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has been involved to address tax-related offenses.
NACADA Board Director Benjamin Kuttoh emphasized the Authority's commitment to dismantling illicit liquor networks, calling on the public to provide information to help clear society of criminal elements profiting from this trade. Authorities warned that similar operations will continue across Nandi County and beyond, urging residents to cooperate with security agencies by reporting suspicious activities. The seized consignment was secured as evidence pending further legal proceedings.
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