A suspect’s attempt to traffic 1.15 kg of methamphetamine through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) was thwarted on Tuesday. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) announced the seizure via their X account, detailing how the concealed parcel was discovered within a larger consignment at the FedEx Express warehouse.
The methamphetamine, valued at Ksh 9.2 million based on street estimates, was intercepted thanks to a tip-off to Anti-Narcotics detectives stationed at JKIA. The intelligence prompted a thorough search within the warehouse at the Mitchell Cott Shed, leading to the discovery.
“This intelligence prompted a thorough search within the warehouse at the Mitchell Cott Shed, leading to the discovery,” read their post in part.
Investigations are ongoing to identify the trafficker and determine the intended destination of the methamphetamine. The DCI is committed to cracking down on drug trafficking and ensuring that those responsible are brought to justice.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) announced a successful interception of 1.15 kg of methamphetamine at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). The drugs, concealed within a larger consignment at the FedEx Express warehouse, were discovered following a tip-off to Anti-Narcotics detectives stationed at the airport. This significant seizure, valued at Ksh 9.2 million based on street estimates, underscores ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in Kenya.
The investigation is now focused on identifying the trafficker and determining the intended destination of the methamphetamine. The DCI, in collaboration with other law enforcement agencies, continues to intensify efforts to dismantle drug trafficking networks operating within the country’s transportation hubs. Such operations are critical in safeguarding public safety and upholding Kenya’s stance against narcotics trafficking.
