Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered cattle rustlers in Kerio Valley to surrender to the authorities or face the full force of the law.
Murkomen stated that the government will hunt down all cattle rustlers and anyone aiding their crimes, regardless of their status in the community.
“I have warned you. Surrender yourself to the authorities or face the full force of the law. We are going to hunt down any criminals in person and make sure there is peace in the area,” he said.
He was speaking on Sunday at Ngoron Full Gospel Churches of Kenya in Tiaty, Baringo County, during a church service and peacebuilding meeting.
Murkomen reassured the community that efforts to restore peace in Tiaty and neighboring areas would continue, emphasizing that all criminals would be dealt with.
Earlier in the month, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki reaffirmed the government’s commitment to eradicate banditry and cattle rustling, which has long plagued the northern part of the country.
Speaking during a consultative forum with Samburu County leaders at his Karen residence on February 3, Kindiki pledged that the government would intensify efforts to support security agencies in ensuring lasting peace in affected regions.
“I am glad that during my time in office as the CS for Interior, we successfully dismantled the livestock rustling and banditry networks that for years had terrorized our people and impoverished them economically,” he said.
Kindiki acknowledged that while progress had been made, there was still work to be done, expressing confidence in the gains made so far. He also highlighted the government’s plans to enhance peace and security with modernized equipment.
“We started the security equipment modernization program at a cost of Sh12 billion. More resources will be allocated to equip our officers and ensure that they are fully ready to deal with the banditry menace,” he assured.
The Deputy President reiterated the need for continued vigilance, urging leaders to focus on governance rather than prolonged political campaigns.
