The National Police Service (NPS) has made a significant step in addressing motor vehicle theft in Nairobi and other parts of the city.
In the latest operations, NPS, through the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), conducted an intelligence-led operation along Kangundo Road in Nairobi County on April 8, 2025.
According to the National Police Service, the law enforcement officers raided several establishments suspected of operating as illegal car dismantling yards and apprehended three persons of interest.
Recoveries
During the operation, security officers seized various assorted items that they believe could have been stolen. They also intercepted a car along Kangundo Road, where police claimed it had a fake number plate.
“During the operation, the officers recovered assorted number plates, motor vehicle parts, metal-cutting equipment, and three vehicles with altered chassis numbers. One additional vehicle with suspected fake number plates was intercepted along Kangundo Road,” NPS stated.
Police explained that the arrested individuals during the operation are set to be processed before their arraignment.
“All the four vehicles were documented and towed to DCI Headquarters for further forensic verification. The National Police Service appreciates the public’s continued support in the fight against motor vehicle theft.
“We urge all Kenyans to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through the following police emergency numbers: 999, 911, 112 and #Fichua Kwa DCI: 0800 722 703.”
The latest operation came after DCI officers nabbed other suspects in the ongoing operation targeting motor vehicle theft in the country. Officers also recovered assorted items and number plates believed to have been taken from missing vehicles.
“Meanwhile, the operation continues, with detectives focused on recovering more stolen vehicles and arresting additional suspects involved in removing tracking devices and manufacturing counterfeit number plates to match the embedded chassis numbers,” DCI said then.