NACADA nabs counterfeit alcohol and narcotics in Ruiru raids
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In a coordinated NACADA-led multi-agency operation aimed at dismantling the illegal liquor and drug trade in Kiambu County, the Authority successfully impounded a significant haul of suspected counterfeit alcohol alongside a cache of narcotics. The raids, conducted in the Gwa Kairu area, resulted in the seizure of contraband goods and the arrest of multiple suspects.
The operation, which focused on a local liquor store, led to the discovery of 216 pieces of 250ml Starlid Vodka. Authorities suspect the consignment to be illicit brew, marking a substantial blow to the distribution of unregulated alcohol in the region. The seizure was documented by officials at approximately 1:06 PM.
Simultaneously, a separate raid on a nearby shop yielded a disturbing array of narcotic substances. Officers recovered 96 small rolls of dry plant material, six small brown sachets, and three medium sachets, all containing dry plant matter suspected to be narcotic drugs. The inventory also included 31 brown rolling papers, 8 whitish rolling papers, and Ksh. 25,840 in cash, believed to be proceeds from the illegal trade. Additionally, ledgers and a lease agreement were confiscated as evidence.
