Police officers in Garbatulla have recovered 10 stolen goats and arrested a suspect following an operation in the Garfasa area of Isiolo County.
The National Police Service (NPS) said the recovery was made by officers from Garbatulla Police Station during a security operation targeting livestock that had earlier been reported stolen.
A security team had been deployed to trace the missing animals, leading officers to Garfasa, where they intercepted the livestock and apprehended one suspect in connection with the theft.
The operation was specifically aimed at locating the animals following the theft report. Their recovery enabled officers to reunite the livestock with its owner, while the arrest provided an opportunity for investigators to pursue the circumstances surrounding the reported theft and establish accountability
The recovered goats were subsequently identified by their rightful owner and safely returned. The suspect was taken to Garbatulla Police Station, where he remains in custody awaiting processing and arraignment in court.
The operation highlights the role of coordinated security efforts in responding to livestock theft reports and recovering animals taken from their owners.
Livestock theft remains a concern for communities that depend on animals for their livelihoods, making the recovery of stolen livestock an important part of local security operations.
In its statement, the National Police Service reaffirmed its commitment to combating livestock theft and maintaining law and order across the country.
The service also called on members of the public to work with security agencies by reporting suspicious activities promptly to help officers respond to suspected criminal incidents.
Residents can report emergencies through the police emergency hotlines. Information can also be shared with the Directorate of Criminal Investigations through the Fichua Kwa DCI platform or its official WhatsApp reporting channel.
The NPS urged the public to use the available reporting channels and maintain cooperation with security agencies in efforts to prevent crime and support investigations.
