Police in Kabete have successfully retrieved an AK-47 rifle that was taken from the Dagoretti Police Post amid the violent protests on June 25, 2025.
As per a statement from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) released on Saturday, the recovery was prompted by a tip regarding a suspicious individual seen with a bulging bag at Gravity Bar in the Gahui area.
Officers from the Kabete Police Station promptly acted on the intelligence and forensic evidence to track down the suspect.
Their inquiries directed them to a residence in the Njuki-Kirigu neighborhood, where it was believed the suspect was hiding.
However, the individual managed to escape upon noticing the officers’ presence.
A follow-up search of the residence—conducted with the suspect’s mother present—resulted in the discovery of an AK-47 rifle, an empty magazine, and a single round of 7.62mm special ammunition.
Forensic checks confirmed that the firearm and ammunition were part of the items stolen from the Dagoretti Police Post during the recent disturbances.
According to law enforcement, a manhunt for the suspect is currently in progress.
