Police Shoot Two Suspects in Likoni Patrol

Suspects Shot During Security Operation
On December 15, police in Likoni shot two suspected robbers during a targeted patrol. Moreover, officers recovered stolen motorbikes and weapons used in criminal activities.

Commander Commends Officers’ Actions
Likoni Police Commander Joseph Mutungu praised officers for restoring peace through regular patrols. Additionally, he affirmed security agencies remain committed to dismantling criminal networks.

Police Recover Stolen Property and Weapons
Officers seized stolen motorbikes, mobile phones, and crude weapons, including machetes and slashers. Consequently, authorities believe the items were used to terrorise residents during robberies.

Likoni Faces Persistent Insecurity
Likoni continues to struggle with insecurity driven by youthful gangs armed with crude weapons. Furthermore, residents report attackers demand mobile money PINs and flee with cash and phones.

Authorities Identify Notorious Gangs
Police identified gangs such as the “Panga Boys” operating across Likoni and Mombasa. However, renewed operations disrupted gang activities and resulted in several arrests.

Police Call for Public Cooperation
Commander Mutungu urged residents to share information that could help curb crime. Therefore, police plan to pursue and prosecute suspects still at large.

Parents Warned Against Youth Crime
Police urged parents to monitor children during the festive season. Idle youth, they warned, often join crime due to unemployment and poverty.

Community Policing Strengthened
The National Police Service intensified community policing initiatives in Likoni. Additionally, youth empowerment programs and new police posts aim to deter crime.

Government Launches Security Forum
In April 2025, Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen launched the Jukwaa la Usalama forum in Mombasa. The forum highlighted government efforts to combat insecurity and drug abuse among youth.

Authorities Urge Vigilance from Residents
Police urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities immediately. Consequently, community cooperation is seen as vital to restoring lasting peace in Likoni.