Four suspected drug peddlers arrested in Athi River, Machakos County

Four suspected drug peddlers have been arrested in Athi River, Machakos County, after police found them in possession of multiple packages and bales of bhang.

The suspects, identified as Marieta Mbula Nzuki, Irene Muthike, Josphat Maina, and Margaret Mbithe, were apprehended following credible intelligence.

According to police, officers raided two mabati houses in Kisumu Ndogo and a rented house at Ngimo Apartment, where the narcotics were recovered.

The arrests resulted from coordinated efforts by the Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU) and the Transnational Organised Crime Unit (TOCU).

The suspects are currently held at Muthaiga Police Station and are set to be arraigned in court.