A 27-year-old man has been arrested after police recovered a Retay Falcon pistol with ammunition at Club Cluster in Piai, Mwea East, Kirinyaga County.
The suspect, identified as Jamleck Kariuki Grace, was arrested by officers from Itangi Police Station following a tip-off from members of the public.
According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), officers responded swiftly to the intelligence and apprehended the suspect at the establishment.
A search reportedly led to the recovery of a Retay Falcon pistol tucked on the right side of his waist, with one live round in the chamber. Two spent cartridges were also recovered.
The suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue to establish the circumstances surrounding his possession of the firearm.
The DCI commended members of the public for sharing timely information with law enforcement agencies, noting that cooperation between citizens and police plays a crucial role in crime prevention and maintaining public safety.
