Police in Baringo and Elgeyo Marakwet counties have secured two illegal firearms through voluntary surrender on October 3, signaling increased community support for disarmament efforts in the North Rift region. One weapon was handed over in Tiaty Central subcounty through local administration channels, while another firearm and an empty magazine were surrendered in Marakwet East subcounty. The National Police Service praised the action as evidence of strengthened trust between residents, community leaders, and security personnel working to reduce regional violence.
Authorities continue to urge citizens to support Operation Rudisha Bunduki by sharing information through emergency hotlines, including 999, 911, and 112. The recoveries follow Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen's September amnesty declaration for illegal weapons, which yielded 232 firearms and 1,595 rounds of ammunition across Kerio Valley by late September. Security officials warned that intelligence-led operations would target individuals who refused to comply with surrender efforts. The weapon recovery campaign represents progress toward restoring stability in this historically volatile area.
Authorities continue to urge citizens to support Operation Rudisha Bunduki by sharing information through emergency hotlines, including 999, 911, and 112. The recoveries follow Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen's September amnesty declaration for illegal weapons, which yielded 232 firearms and 1,595 rounds of ammunition across Kerio Valley by late September. Security officials warned that intelligence-led operations would target individuals who refused to comply with surrender efforts. The weapon recovery campaign represents progress toward restoring stability in this historically volatile area.
