Police have recovered brewing equipment and arrested suspects in separate anti-illicit alcohol operations conducted in Machakos, Vihiga and Kisumu counties.
National Police Service said the coordinated operations are part of an ongoing crackdown targeting the production, distribution and consumption of illicit brews across the country.
In Machakos county, officers from Tala Police Station carried out an operation along the Ngomeni River, a suspected hub for illegal alcohol production.
During the raid, police recovered 600 litres of molasses, metallic drums and other equipment believed to be used in brewing illicit alcohol. Officers also seized 20 litres of chang’aa.
The service said the area had been identified through surveillance as a hotspot for suspected illegal brewing activities.
The recovery of the materials formed part of efforts to disrupt production networks linked to the illicit alcohol trade.
In separate operations in Vihiga and Kisumu counties, police arrested four suspects found in possession of 65 litres of chang’aa. The suspects were taken into custody and are expected to be arraigned in court.
Authorities said investigations are ongoing.
The National Police Service said the operations are aimed at dismantling supply chains and disrupting networks involved in the production and distribution of unregulated alcoholic drinks.
It warned that, beyond violating the law, illicit alcohol continues to pose risks to public health and safety, contributing to deaths, loss of livelihoods and alcohol-related crime that undermines security in affected areas.
Through sustained enforcement and community cooperation, the service said it remains committed to eliminating the menace.
Members of the public are encouraged to report suspicious activities to the nearest police station, or via emergency numbers 999 or 911, or through the #FichuaKwaDCI toll-free line 0800 722 203 and WhatsApp number 0709 570 000.
