Police recover two AK-47 rifles in Elgeyo Marakwet

The National Police Service (NPS) has recovered two illegal AK-47 rifles that were voluntarily surrendered in Tot, Elgeyo Marakwet County.

According to the police in a statement, the firearms were handed in on Saturday by two residents of Kibisioi village in Olot Sub-County.

One rifle, fitted with a retractable butt, was loaded with 12 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition. The second had a wooden butt and an empty magazine.

Police confirmed that the recovered weapons have been secured and held pending further administrative actions.

The NPS commended the local community’s cooperation, noting that voluntary disarmament is crucial to restoring peace and stability in the region.