Police Recover Stolen Firearm and Ammunition After Mob Attack in Kiambu
Authorities recovered a G3 rifle, two magazines, 68 rounds of 7.62x51mm ammunition, several blank rounds, a penknife, and other related items
By : Mweru Mbugua
Police in Kiambu County have recovered a stolen firearm along with several rounds of ammunition following a mob attack in the Magana area of Thika East Sub-County
According to a statement from the National Police Service (NPS) on Friday, officers from Munyu Police Station responded to reports from the local administration and found an injured armed suspect at the scene
Authorities recovered a G3 rifle, two magazines, 68 rounds of 7.62x51mm ammunition, several blank rounds, a penknife, and other related items
Preliminary investigations indicate that the recovered firearm may be linked to a prior incident involving a missing police weapon within the Sub-County. The recovered items are now in police custody for forensic and ballistic analysis
Detectives are pursuing leads to determine the full circumstances surrounding both the past theft and the recent attack
“The National Police Service appeals to the public to refrain from acts of mob justice and instead report suspected criminal activities to law enforcement for lawful action,” the statement read.
Authorities also urged continued public cooperation to help recover illegal firearms and enhance national security
