Six Iranians pleaded guilty in a Kenyan court after a huge drug bust. The suspects faced charges linked to over a thousand kilograms of methamphetamine intercepted at sea. They were arrested during a multi-agency maritime operation called Bahari Safi. Security forces found the narcotics aboard a stateless vessel in the Indian Ocean.
The group was remanded to Shimo La Tewa prison, awaiting the next court phase. Prosecutors will present detailed case facts ahead of sentencing. Authorities estimated the seized drugs had a street value worth billions of shillings.
The operation involved the Kenya Navy and the Anti-Narcotics Unit. The Coast Guard, national intelligence, and drug abuse authorities also participated. Officers escorted the intercepted dhow to the Port of Mombasa for inspection.
Investigators discovered large sacks containing synthetic methamphetamine. International law enforcement had previously flagged the vessel for suspected trafficking activity. The case represents one of the largest maritime drug seizures conducted in the region.
The group was remanded to Shimo La Tewa prison, awaiting the next court phase. Prosecutors will present detailed case facts ahead of sentencing. Authorities estimated the seized drugs had a street value worth billions of shillings.
The operation involved the Kenya Navy and the Anti-Narcotics Unit. The Coast Guard, national intelligence, and drug abuse authorities also participated. Officers escorted the intercepted dhow to the Port of Mombasa for inspection.
Investigators discovered large sacks containing synthetic methamphetamine. International law enforcement had previously flagged the vessel for suspected trafficking activity. The case represents one of the largest maritime drug seizures conducted in the region.
