Police officers from the Eregi Police Station and NACADA officials from Nairobi have seized at least 120 litres of illicit brew in a major operation carried out in the Ikhulili village of Kakamega County.
In a statement on Friday, September 5, 2025, the National Police Service (NPS) revealed that the raid led to the apprehension of a key person of interest in possession of 120 litres of chang’aa.
“Multi-agency team cracks down on illicit brew in Kakamega on 4 September 2025: A multi-agency team comprising National Police Service officers from Eregi Police Station and NACADA officials from Nairobi conducted a crackdown on illicit brew and drugs in Ikhulili village, Kakamega,” NPS wrote.
Further, the NPS revealed that the person of interest behind the operation was taken into custody as he awaits processing and arraignment in court.
“The team arrested one suspect in possession of 120 litres of chang’aa. He was placed in custody, awaiting processing and arraignment in court,” NPS said.
In addition, the National Police have confirmed that there are still other persons of interest involved with the illicit brew and have revealed that plans are underway to apprehend them.
“The operation to flush out and arrest all other individuals involved in these activities is ongoing,” NPS said. Further adding, “The National Police Service remains committed to pursuing and dismantling all networks engaged in the illegal alcohol and drug trade.”
Police seize 3,500 litres of Kangara
The Kakamega incident closely follows another recent raid where Police officers from the Nairobi Regional Headquarters seized thousands of litres of illicit brew in a major operation carried out in the Kahawa West area of Kasarani Sub-County.
In a statement on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, the National Police Service (NPS) revealed that the raid led to the destruction of over 3,500 litres of kangara and the confiscation of 180 litres of chang’aa alongside two manufacturing coils used in the illegal brewing process.
Further, the NPS revealed that the person of interest behind the operation managed to escape arrest during the raid.
However, a manhunt is underway as officers intensify efforts to track down and bring the individual to justice.
“Although the suspect behind the illegal operation managed to evade arrest, police have intensified the search to track down and apprehend the individual.”
Police also urged the public to play an active role in community policing by reporting suspicious activities. Members of the public can reach law enforcement through their nearest police stations or via the toll-free hotlines 999, 911, 112, #FichuaKwaDCI on 0800 722 203, or WhatsApp 0709 570 000.
