DNK International By Our Correspondent,Limuru.
Police in Limuru have arrested seven suspects linked to a series of robbery with violence and gang rape incidents reported in Limuru’s tea growing zones, railway tunnel and neighbouring counties.
The suspects were arrested on Wednesday, during a joint operation conducted by detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and regular police officers from Limuru.
The operation was led by the local OCPD and the DCIO.
The suspects have been identified as Martin Ndungu Ithumbi, 38; Moses Waswa Juma, 34; Simon Eshiwani Murunga, 35; Edward Mureithi Wangare, 21; Collins Kesenwa Chore, 35; Dedan Kariuki Murugu, 35; and Daniel Ndichu Njoroge, 22.
Police investigations further established that Wangare is reportedly an escapee in a defilement case that was pending before the Limuru Law Courts. The case is referenced in a police signal dated August 14, 2025.
During the operation, detectives also recovered a Toyota RAV4, registration number KAT 841Z, believed to be connected to the reported robbery.
The vehicle has been secured as an exhibit.
According to the police report, the suspects have been positively identified by victims and remain in custody pending their arraignment in court on Thursday, October 15, 2026, to face relevant charges.
The case is being handled by DCI Limuru as investigations continue.
[Daily News Kenya-International@October 14,2026]
