Police have seized and destroyed 1,710 litres of kangara and dismantled six illegal brewing dens during an operation targeting illicit alcohol production in Rumuruti, Laikipia County.
The operation was conducted by officers from Laikipia West Sub-County in several villages within Lorian Location, Rumuruti Division, as part of efforts to curb the production, distribution and consumption of illegal alcoholic drinks.
According to the National Police Service (NPS), the crackdown took place earlier in the day and targeted premises suspected of being used for illegal brewing activities.
During the operation, officers destroyed the seized kangara and dismantled six active brewing sites. They also destroyed distilling equipment found at the premises.
The National Police Service said the operation was part of its continued efforts to disrupt the production and supply of illicit brews, which remain a concern for law enforcement agencies across the country.
The service reiterated its commitment to intensifying operations against those involved in the manufacture and distribution of illegal alcoholic drinks, saying similar crackdowns would continue in different parts of the country.
The latest operation comes amid ongoing police efforts to address the illicit alcohol trade through enforcement operations targeting brewing sites and equipment used in the production of unregulated alcoholic drinks.
The National Police Service has urged members of the public to remain alert and share information that could assist officers in identifying illegal brewing activities and distribution networks.
Residents with information have been asked to report to their nearest police station or contact the authorities through the emergency numbers 999 and 911.
The public can also submit information through the Fichua kwa DCI hotline on 0800 722 203 or via WhatsApp on 0709 570 000.
The police said information from members of the public could support efforts to identify illegal brewing operations and strengthen enforcement against the illicit alcohol trade.
The service maintained that it would continue working to curb the production, distribution and consumption of illegal brews as part of its wider security operations nationwide.
