A 27-year-old man, identified as Calvin Okoli Ndimu, was arrested at his home in Free Area, Nakuru County, after officers from Githioro Police Station acted on intelligence information. The arrest was made in connection with a series of house break-ins in Tabuga and its surroundings. The suspect is currently in police custody as officers complete the necessary processing ahead of his arraignment in court.
A search of Ndimu's house uncovered various items believed to have been stolen during burglaries reported in the area over the past two months. The recovered items include a pair of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) jungle trousers, a homemade toy gun, one live round, and blank ammunition of calibre 7.62 × 51mm. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the recovery is a significant step in the investigations.
The DCI reported that most of the recovered items have already been identified by their rightful owners. The identification process was facilitated by the police, who have been working closely with the community to establish the ownership of the stolen property. The recovered items are expected to be returned to their owners once the investigations are complete.
Investigators are continuing with inquiries to establish the extent of Ndimu's alleged involvement in the burglaries and determine whether he may be connected to other reported cases. The police are working to gather more evidence and build a strong case against the suspect. The investigation is ongoing, and more details are expected to be released as the case unfolds.
The arrest and recovery of stolen items have been welcomed by the community, who have been affected by the series of house break-ins. The police operation was carried out in response to complaints from residents, who had reported a surge in burglaries in the area. The police have assured the community that they will continue to work tirelessly to prevent and investigate crimes.
The case is set to be arraigned in court, where Ndimu will face charges related to burglary and possession of stolen property. If convicted, he could face a lengthy prison sentence. The police have urged the community to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to prevent future crimes.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has praised the police operation, which led to the arrest of Ndimu and the recovery of stolen items. The DCI has emphasized the importance of community cooperation in preventing and investigating crimes. The case highlights the need for continued collaboration between law enforcement and the community to combat crime in Nakuru County.
Key points
- The suspect, Calvin Okoli Ndimu, was arrested with stolen items, including a pair of KDF jungle trousers and ammunition.
- The recovered items have been identified by their rightful owners, and the police are working to establish the extent of Ndimu's involvement in the burglaries.
- The case is set to be arraigned in court, where Ndimu will face charges related to burglary and possession of stolen property.
