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The suspect, identified as Ephantus Kariuki Mwangi, was intercepted while riding a motorcycle, registration number KMEC 785W, after detectives flagged luggage he was carrying as suspicious. A subsequent search revealed the heroin neatly concealed for transport, underscoring what investigators believe was a well-planned delivery.
Police said the Nyamakima operation was carefully planned and executed, noting that such areas remain key targets due to high trade activity that can be used to hide illegal dealings. Officers added that continued patrols and intelligence-led actions are being stepped up to block drug movement routes.
The charge sheet indicates that Juma Mwinyifaki Juma faces trafficking charges involving 2,601 grams of methamphetamine, valued at Sh20.8 million. Peter Kipng’etich Tonui and Mustafa Salim Johari are charged with conspiracy to traffic narcotic drugs.
In an interview with Venezuelan state TV, Maduro said he was ready for dialogue with the US "wherever they want and whenever they want".
The NACADA-led operation recovered over 300 rolls of cannabis, a full stone of cannabis, assorted chewable tobacco products, and cannabis-laced cookies allegedly prepared for distribution to minors.
The announcement comes amid a heated Honduran presidential election. Key contenders include National Party candidate and former Tegucigalpa mayor Asfura, former defence minister Rixi Moncada representing the left-leaning LIBRE Party, and television host Salvador Nasralla running for the centrist Liberal Party.
The operation, conducted on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, was carried out by officers from Nangili Police Station within Nangili market.
According to the National Police Service (NPS), officers from Timboroa Police Station intercepted a metallic grey Toyota Noah, registration number KCE 542R, after receiving credible information that the vehicle was ferrying narcotics.
On Tuesday a court approved an application filed by the DPP seeking custodial orders against the suspect under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act