Police pursue Kirinyaga gang members behind robberies

Kirinyaga Central deputy county commissioner Daniel Ndege said this follows concerns over rising cases of insecurity.

"We have several crime reports from locals in trading centres along Ngorano, Kianjege, Mukinduri, Njegas, Kiamuthambi, Mutitu and Kagumo among others," police said.

Residents said the gang has been targeting shops and businesses in the area, leaving behind a trail of destruction.

"The gang moves around in different vehicles. Sometimes, they use their vehicles to break locks by pulling off the chains," Paul Munene, a trader, said.

They lauded officers from Mutitu police post for their prompt response whenever they are called.

"Our officer have been responding immediately. We urge them to conduct more patrols in order to tame the gang," another added.

Just recently, a vehicle used by the suspects was flagged down by police at Njegas along the Kutus-Kagio road.

"Police later towed the vehicle to Kerugoya Police station. We will continue patrolling this area," Ndege said.

The Deputy county commissioner also sounded a warning to those behind the sale of second generation alcohol in the region saying their days are numbered.

"We have increased surveillance throughout the sub county in order to deal with the menace,' police said.