Seven people suspected of involvement in phone-snatching incidents have been arrested in Kasarani, Nairobi, following a police operation targeting areas identified as crime hotspots.
The arrests were made by officers from Kasarani Sub-County during an operation covering Hunters, Garage, Maji Mazuri, Clay City, Red Soil and Gituamba.
Police also recovered two motorcycles believed to have been used in carrying out the suspected offences.
According to the National Police Service, the operation was aimed at addressing phone-snatching incidents reported in Kasarani and neighbouring areas, where residents have raised concerns about street crime.
The seven suspects were taken to Kasarani Police Station, where they remain in custody as officers prepare them for processing and arraignment in court.
Police did not disclose the identities of those arrested or provide further details about the specific incidents linking them to the alleged crimes.
The recovery of the two motorcycles is expected to form part of the investigations as officers seek to establish whether the vehicles were used to facilitate the reported thefts.
The arrests come amid continued police efforts to tackle street crime and improve security in residential and commercial areas across Nairobi.
Phone snatching has remained a concern in several urban neighbourhoods, with criminals often targeting pedestrians and other members of the public.
The National Police Service has urged residents to continue working with security agencies by sharing information that could help prevent crime and identify individuals suspected of engaging in illegal activities.
Members of the public with information have been asked to report to the nearest police station or use the emergency numbers 999 and 911.
They can also contact the Directorate of Criminal Investigations through the Fichua Kwa DCI toll-free line on 0800 722 203 or WhatsApp number 0709 570 000.
Police have commended members of the public for their continued cooperation, saying information from residents remains important in supporting crime prevention and ongoing security operations.
The seven suspects are expected to be presented in court following the completion of police processing. They remain suspects and will have an opportunity to respond to the allegations through the court process.
