Two hundred and fifty stolen goats have been recovered by police in Kapedo

In a successful operation by the multi-agency security team attached to ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu North-Rift’, 250 goats that had been stolen within Kapedo Dam near Kapedo Village have been recovered.

The recovery operation took place yesterday evening, 11^th June, 2023, and the goats were later today taken to the General Service Unit Kapedo Camp where they were handed over to the rightful owner. The National Police Service has expressed its sincere appreciation to the local communities for their continued support in ensuring the return to normalcy in the North Rift.
The Officer Commanding Police Division (OCPD) in Turkana East Sub-County, John Kiptala praised the multi-agency security team for their outstanding work in recovering the stolen goats. He noted that the operation is part of a larger effort by the government to curb insecurity in the region.

“The multi-agency security team has once again demonstrated their commitment to securing the lives and property of residents in the North Rift. We are grateful for their dedication and professionalism in carrying out this operation,” said Kiptala.

The recovery of the stolen goats has brought renewed hope to the local community, with many expressing their gratitude to the security agencies for their efforts in curbing crime in the area. The success of the operation is expected to boost confidence among residents and create a conducive environment for economic activities to thrive.

The National Police Service has urged members of the public to continue working closely with security agencies to enhance the security situation in the region. They have also reiterated their commitment to ensuring peace and stability in the North Rift urging residents to report any suspicious activities to the authorities.

Morever, the successful recovery of the 250 stolen goats has been hailed as a major milestone in the fight against crime in the North Rift. The National Police Service and the multi-agency security team have been commended for their efforts and residents are hopeful that such operations will continue to be carried out in the future to secure the region.