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According to police, the raid was mounted after investigators received information linking the premises to the handling of suspected stolen property. Officers moved in and recovered the electronic devices before arresting two suspects believed to be connected to the business.
Authorities have repeatedly maintained that illicit brews pose a significant threat to communities because of the unsafe methods often used in their production and the health risks associated with their consumption
The decision was reached after a site inspection led by Secretary for Internal Security Thomas Sakah, who headed a multi-agency technical team tasked with assessing whether the station was suitable for the project.
The court heard that the two assaulted Asha while accusing her of being responsible for the alleged disappearance. Their actions attracted a crowd, which joined in the attack before members of the public eventually rescued the woman
In a statement issued on Monday, Nyong'o said the County Security Committee had resolved to treat the incident as organised criminal conduct rather than isolated acts of indiscipline, as authorities moved to restore public confidence in security.
The blaze started near the stage of the bar in the popular Chatuchak district, then spread rapidly, cutting power and engulfing the room with smoke, eyewitnesses say.
The raid, conducted on Sunday, July 12, targeted what police described as a significant illegal brewing site linked to the production and distribution of illicit liquor.
Ruto said the road projects, including the construction of the Sh7 billion Nithi Bridge, are part of the government's commitment to opening up farming areas, easing the movement of people and goods, cutting transport costs and improving access to markets.
Police said two AK-47 rifles and 35 rounds of ammunition were surrendered by residents in Bangale, while another firearm and eight rounds of ammunition were handed over in a separate operation in Tana North Sub-County.
Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohammed Mohamud, who swore the affidavit on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, argues that conservatory orders issued by Justice Lawrence Mugambi on July 9, 2025 did not prohibit police from putting up roadblocks, security checkpoints or diverting traffic.
According to the National Police Service (NPS), the suspect was intercepted on Wednesday while travelling to Nairobi in an intelligence-led operation targeting illegal firearms trafficking.
The department's weekly forecast issued on Monday shows rain is likely in Bungoma, Kakamega, Vihiga, Baringo, Bomet, Elgeyo-Marakwet, Kericho, Nakuru, Nandi, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Busia, Homa Bay, Kisii, Kisumu, Migori, Narok, Nyamira, Siaya, Embu, Kiambu, Kirinyaga, Laikipia, Meru, Murang'a, Nairobi, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi, Garissa, Marsabit, Kilifi, Kwale, Lamu, Mombasa and the coastal parts of Tana River County.