Five Arrested, 1,300 Litres of Kangara Seized in Soweto, Nairobi
The National Police Service (NPS) said the operation also resulted in the destruction of brewing equipment used in the production of the illicit alcohol.
Nairobi, Kenya (Nov 3) — Authorities have arrested five individuals and seized 1,300 litres of illicit Kangara during a police operation in Soweto, Nairobi. The National Police Service (NPS) revealed that the operation targeted the production of unregulated alcoholic brews and led to the destruction of brewing equipment. Five suspects have been taken into custody for processing and arraignment in court on relevant charges.
This operation is part of broader nationwide efforts to disrupt illicit alcohol production, which poses health and social risks. The NPS emphasized that such operations will continue across the country and urged the public to report suspicious activities to relevant authorities. The public can report incidents through emergency numbers or designated hotline services.
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