By Dorothy Musyoka
Police officers from Ntulele Police Station have apprehended two suspects involved in the vandalism of a public bridge under construction over the Ewaso Nyiro River.
The prompt action led to the seizure of multiple structural metal beams, a crucial step in safeguarding public infrastructure.
Acting on tips from vigilant members of the public, authorities were alerted to individuals reportedly vandalizing the bridge and using a white lorry, registration no. KBY 213H, to transport the stolen metal bars.
Demonstrating swift coordination and response, officers tracked and intercepted the lorry at the Nairegie Enkare Junction.
The suspects, identified as Peter Mwangi and Joyce Ndungu Mtua, were immediately arrested.
“Following tips from members of the public about individuals vandalizing the said bridge and using a white lorry with registration no. KBY 213H to transport the stolen metal bars, officers acted swiftly. They tracked and intercepted the lorry at the Nairegie Enkare Junction. The driver, Peter Mwangi, along with his accomplice, Joyce Ndungu Mtua, were arrested, and together with the lorry were escorted to Ntulele Police Station for processing and immediate legal action,” explained the DCI.
Both the individuals and the lorry were escorted to Ntulele Police Station for processing and are now facing immediate legal action.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has issued a firm warning to the public, emphasizing that acts of vandalism against critical infrastructure will not be tolerated.
“The Directorate of Criminal Investigations firmly warns the public that vandalizing critical infrastructure will not be tolerated and will be met with the full force of the law,” warned the DCI.
The DCI reiterated their commitment to upholding the law and ensuring that offenders face the full consequences of their actions.