This archive report was first published on 24 May 2021.
On May 24, 2021, Bungoma police launched a crackdown on illicit brew in the town, resulting in the arrest of two suspects, Glady Muche and her husband.
According to Kanduyi Assistant County Commissioner Abdi Shakur, the operation was conducted in Marakaru area after receiving a tip-off from members of the public.
The seized illicit brew, amounting to 880 litres, is commonly referred to as chang'aa.
Mr Shakur revealed that their intelligence reports indicate that the two suspects sell the liquor in neighbouring counties, including Uasin Gishu, Nakuru, and even Nairobi.
“We have information that the two usually sell this brew to hundreds of people, some of whom include students,” the administrator said.
Since the crackdown started early this year, at least 40,000 litres of illicit brew have been nabbed in Kanduyi alone, Mr Shakur added.
He warned those involved in the vice that stern actions shall be taken against them, saying, “I want to caution those running these illegal businesses and drug barons that we are coming for them. We won’t rest until they are all brought to book.”
