How Kenya Power Theft Suspects Were Cornered in Mtwapa

Police in Mtwapa have arrested two suspects in connection with local vandalism rings following the recovery of an assortment of stolen Kenya Power equipment.

According to the National Police Service report on Tuesday, January 3, 2026, the operation, led by officers from the Mtwapa Police Station, was sparked by actionable intelligence leading to a criminal hideout in the Cabros-Tausi Hotel area.

The detectives raided a rented residence where they discovered a cache of concealed electrical devices and high-tension cables belonging to the utility company.

“Yesterday, during follow-up investigations into the theft of electrical devices and cables belonging to Kenya Power, officers from Mtwapa Police Station received intelligence that led them to a residence in the Cabros-Tausi Hotel area,” NPS said on a post of X.

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The Raid and Arrests

The report further indicated that the search on the said premises led them to the recovery of several electrical items concealed.

“A search of the premises revealed assorted stolen electrical items concealed within the rented house, leading to the arrest of two suspects in connection with the offence,” NPS stated.

The suspects were placed in custody pending arraignment in court, while the recovered items have been secured as exhibits.

A Growing Threat to Public Safety

The National Police Service (NPS) further highlighted that these crimes extend beyond simple theft.

Vandalism of power installations is increasingly viewed as a threat to national security and public safety.

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National Police Service remains committed to deterring acts of vandalism and theft targeting power installations and equipment, as such crimes not only disrupt electricity supply but also endanger public safety and undermine essential services,” NPS said.

Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity around transformers or power lines to the nearest police station or through Kenya Power’s official channels.

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NPS Inspector General Douglas Kanja speaking at past event. PHOTO/pixels