Law enforcement authorities have apprehended a suspect involved in a violent robbery connected to a gang that has been causing distress among residents in Kericho.
Mogotio Police Commander Felicien Nafula confirmed that a firearm was seized from the individual identified as Viliano Ruto. Additionally, a vehicle associated with the suspects, bearing the registration number KDL 714P, was impounded and transported to the police station.
The suspects attempted to flee from Kituro toward the Mogotio-Molo River-Eldama Ravine route but abandoned their vehicle after a tire burst.
One suspect, who attempted to escape on foot, has been captured, and a pistol bearing the serial number 710788 was found in his possession, loaded with two rounds of ammunition.
Authorities indicated that the suspect will be presented in court once the investigation is concluded. Meanwhile, efforts are underway to locate his accomplices.
