Nairobi: As the festive season approaches, police in Kirinyaga County have rolled out an elaborate security plan to ensure residents enjoy a peaceful and crime-free Christmas. Speaking during a County security briefing at County Police Headquarters in Kerugoya, Police Commander Nelson Taliti assured residents that officers from all security agencies, including the regular police, Administration Police, and DCI units, will conduct round-the-clock patrols.
According to Kenya News Agency, the police commander emphasized the importance of ensuring that the people of Kirinyaga celebrate Christmas without fear. Officers will be on patrol day and night to safeguard lives and property. The County Security Team has already recorded successes in fighting crime, with recent arrests of suspects involved in robberies, including the theft of a lorry transporting Colgate products worth Sh5.4 million. Five suspects were apprehended and arraigned in court. Additionally, another lorry carrying goods from Kavagara Flour Milling Company was stolen but later recovered, with five suspects arrested and charged.
In Kutus, officers recovered stolen motorcycles and electronic items, including laptops, linked to a series of burglaries mostly targeting university students. The police boss commended residents for their continued support, noting that public information has been key to solving many crimes. He urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station, chief, or village elder.
As part of the festive operation, police have intensified road safety checks and will conduct random alcohol tests to deter drunk driving. Taliti also announced a sustained crackdown on illicit brews, which pose a danger to public health. The police thanked local administrators, chiefs, assistant chiefs, and village elders for their cooperation in providing vital intelligence. Taliti further called on parents and guardians to monitor children closely during the holidays, warning against exposure to harmful substances and the risks of drug involvement and early pregnancies.
