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There was Tension in the Pipeline area of Embakasi this morning as National Police Service (NPS) officers stormed a rented house on the 6th floor of Munche Building following a tip-off about armed suspects.
The dramatic raid, which unfolded in the early morning hours, ended with the arrest of two individuals and the recovery of a Powerline Airstrike pistol hidden in a carton box.
Residents watched in shock as heavily armed officers descended on the building, acting on intelligence about illegal firearms.
The operation was swift, with the suspects caught off guard. The pistol, identified as a CO2-powered airgun, raised questions about its intended use, though police are investigating further.
The NPS praised the public’s role in providing the tip, crediting community vigilance for the success.
The suspects are now in custody, awaiting further action as the investigation continues.
This incident comes amid heightened police efforts in the capital, which is plagued by rising crime.
The National Police has since reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring public safety in the wake of the operation.
