Three Arrested After Detectives Recover Explosives, Grenades and Ammunition in Tassia

Three Arrested After Detectives Recover Explosives, Grenades and Ammunition in Tassia

Three suspects have been arrested after detectives recovered a collection of explosive devices, hand grenades and ammunition from two residential houses in Tassia, Embakasi, Nairobi.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said the arrests followed an intelligence-led operation launched after detectives received information about suspected possession of dangerous devices at a property within Tassia Stage.

Officers first raided the residential premises, where they arrested two brothers who were subsequently questioned over the reported possession of the items.

During interrogation, the two suspects reportedly led detectives to a second house near Triple M Supermarket in Tassia, where officers arrested a third suspect.

Detectives recover grenades and ammunition

A search of the second property led to the discovery of a brown leather bag containing several devices and ammunition, according to a police report.

The recovered items included six CS smoke hand-thrown grenades, four Model 2020 hand-thrown tear gas grenades and one 64mm CS hand-thrown smoke grenade.

The discovery prompted further investigations into how the devices were acquired, where they had been stored and whether they were intended for use in any criminal activity.

The recovery of the items from residential properties has also drawn attention to the security concerns surrounding the possession and storage of potentially dangerous equipment in populated neighbourhoods.

Three suspects remain in police custody

The three suspects were taken into police custody as detectives continued processing the case ahead of their expected arraignment in court.

Investigators are seeking to establish the circumstances under which the suspects came into possession of the grenades and ammunition.

Detectives are also examining whether the recovered devices were connected to other criminal activities or whether the suspects had links to wider networks involved in the illegal possession or distribution of explosives.

The investigation is expected to establish the origin of the items and determine whether additional individuals were involved.

DCI investigates possible criminal links

The operation forms part of ongoing efforts by security agencies to act on intelligence concerning suspected criminal activities.

Authorities have not publicly established the motive behind the suspects’ alleged possession of the items.

The identities of the three suspects had also not been disclosed in the police report.

Their expected court appearance will provide an opportunity for investigators to present the allegations and outline the evidence collected during the operation.

Security operation raises concern over explosive devices

The recovery of the grenades in Tassia highlights the risks associated with the unauthorised possession and storage of explosive and crowd-control devices in residential areas.

CS smoke and tear gas grenades are designed for controlled deployment, but their misuse or improper handling can expose members of the public to serious danger.

Investigators will now focus on establishing how the devices entered the suspects’ possession and whether their recovery could lead to further arrests.

The DCI has not indicated whether more suspects are being pursued in connection with the case.

For now, the three individuals remain in custody as detectives continue investigations into the recovered grenades, explosives and ammunition.

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Three Arrested After Detectives Recover Explosives, Grenades and Ammunition in Tassia