How Police Recovered 12 Stolen Cows in Bungoma Operation After Public Tip-Off

Police recovered 12 stolen cows in Bungoma on Tuesday during a joint operation and arrested two people suspected of cattle rustling.

The operation, led by the National Police Service with support from the National Government Administration Officers, was initiated after livestock owners in Bungoma reported losing 14 cows when they were being grazed in Kaperua Forest.

Police launched an elaborate search across the areas utilizing intel provided by the public.

“Following concerted and proactive efforts, and valuable information obtained from members of the public, we were able to track down and recover twelve of the stolen animals in Kipsigon Forest, Kopsiro Sub-County,” stated NPS.

“The arrested suspects are currently being held at a police station pending further investigations and any necessary subsequent legal proceedings,” confirmed the service.

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Recovered Cows to be Returned to Owners After Identification

The recovered cows are being held at a temporary facility and owners are being allowed to identify their livestock before formal hand overtakes place.

Two cows that were reported missing remain unrecovered while the search for them continues.

According to NPS, the success achieved in the operation demonstrates the importance of multi-agency collaboration in the fight against cattle rustling in the region.

“Such collaboration continues to be a strong weapon against criminal elements in society and helps assure safe communities,” said NPS.

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Authorities Urge Public Cooperation to Combat Cattle Livestock Theft and Report Criminal Activity

The authorities also pledged to continue to partner with the county administration and local population to eliminate livestock theft, which has been a persistent issue in parts of Western Kenya and urged citizens to continue reporting criminal acts to the authorities.

“Members of the public are urged to continue reporting any suspected criminal activity by calling or visiting the nearest police station or by dialing the emergency lines 999 or 911,” read the statement.

People are also urged to report any suspicious activity on #FichuaKwaDCI toll-free line 0800 722 203 or on WhatsApp 0709 570 000.

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Police in Bungoma recover 12 stolen cattle and arrest 2 suspects after a joint operation in Kipsigon Forest. Owners to identify animals before handover. Credits Files.