Machakos Drug Bust: DCI Seizes Ksh14.2M Cannabis After High-Speed Pursuit

Machakos detectives have intercepted a Toyota Prado TX allegedly transporting cannabis worth Ksh14.2 million after a dramatic high-speed chase along the Machakos–Kangundo Road. The late-night operation unfolded after the driver defied police orders to stop.

Driver Defies Police Order, Sparks Chase

According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), officers from Kyumbi had ordered the vehicle to pull over in the Kaloleni area.
However, the driver ignored the directive and sped off toward Mutituni, forcing detectives to begin a pursuit.

Police Disable Vehicle During Pursuit

As the chase intensified, officers opened fire at the fleeing SUV. Their shots disabled the vehicle’s tyres, causing the Toyota Prado to veer off the road and plunge into a valley near Kyanguli.
Despite the crash, the occupants managed to flee on foot, abandoning the vehicle at the scene.

Detectives Recover 473.7kg of Cannabis

Once officers secured the area, they conducted a thorough search of the Prado. They discovered 473.7 kilograms of compressed cannabis concealed inside the vehicle.
Machakos County Criminal Investigations Officer (CCIO) Kasim Baricha confirmed the seizure and noted that the suspects are still at large.

Manhunt Launched for Escaped Suspects

Meanwhile, detectives have launched an intensified manhunt to track down the fleeing suspects.
Investigators are also working to establish the origin of the narcotics and determine their intended destination, signalling the likelihood of a larger trafficking network.

Ongoing Investigations

As the search continues, authorities urge the public to provide any information that may help in identifying or locating the suspects.
The DCI has reaffirmed its commitment to dismantling drug trafficking routes across the region