Police have dismantled an illegal alcohol brewing site in Kahawa West's Soweto area, recovering thousands of litres of illicit liquor and brewing equipment in a fresh operation aimed at disrupting the production and distribution of illegal brews and narcotics.
The Tuesday operation was carried out by officers from Kahawa West Police Station in Nairobi North Sub-Region as part of an ongoing nationwide campaign targeting illicit alcohol and drug-related activities. Acting on intelligence, officers raided the brewing site within the Soweto informal settlement, where they uncovered an active distillation operation.
During the raid, police seized 3,500 litres of Kangara, 100 litres of chang'aa and several sets of brewing equipment believed to have been used in the production of the illegal alcohol.
The National Police Service did not say whether anyone had been arrested during the operation, but noted that the crackdown is part of continued efforts to dismantle illegal brewing networks that endanger public health and threaten security.
The Service also praised members of the public for providing information that has helped security agencies carry out such targeted operations.
"The Service commend members of the public for their continued cooperation and commit to continue with these targeted operations geared towards combating illicit brews and drugs country wide."
Police said cooperation from residents remains vital in identifying and disrupting illegal activities, especially in areas where illicit alcohol and narcotic drugs continue to thrive.
The Service called on Kenyans to remain alert and continue sharing information with law enforcement agencies to support the fight against illegal brews and drugs.
"We urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity at the nearest police station, or via the toll-free numbers 999 and 911, through #FichuaKwaDCI on 0800 722 203, or anonymously by WhatsApp on 0709 570 000," the service said.
The latest operation adds to ongoing intelligence-led efforts by security agencies to dismantle illegal alcohol production and drug distribution networks across the country as the government steps up the fight against illicit brews and narcotics.