Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered the immediate transfer of all police officers serving at Keringet Police Station in Nakuru County, unveiling sweeping measures aimed at dismantling drug trafficking networks and curbing the abuse of illicit alcohol in the area.
Speaking during a public baraza in Keringet on Saturday, Murkomen said the move forms part of a renewed government operation targeting drug dealers, illicit brewers and those accused of enabling the illegal trade. He said officers who have served at the station for long periods and are alleged to have been involved in alcohol abuse will be removed from the station, taken through rehabilitation and subjected to disciplinary action.
The Interior CS also announced the deployment of a special police team to lead a fresh crackdown on drugs and illicit brews, saying the government was determined to eliminate the vice from the area.
"All police officers who have been here for a long time and have been drinking will be taken to rehabilitation and disciplined. 20 new police officers will be deployed here," said Murkomen.
"We have agreed that a special team will be deployed here to decisively fight and eradicate drugs."
To strengthen security operations, Murkomen said Keringet Police Station would receive an additional police vehicle within the next two weeks to improve mobility and boost the fight against crime.
"Within two weeks, we will bring a new police vehicle here," he added.
The CS warned those involved in drug trafficking and the illicit alcohol business that security agencies would intensify operations until those behind the illegal trade are brought to justice.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen addressing people in Keringet, Kuresoi South, Nakuru County on July 25, 2026.
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He also cautioned police officers and National Government Administration Officers (NGAO) against working with criminals, warning that any officer found aiding illegal activities would face disciplinary action.
Murkomen further addressed concerns over criminal gangs accused of land invasions and land grabbing in Keringet, assuring residents that the government was pursuing a lasting solution to the disputes that have affected the area for years.
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, who accompanied the CS during the visit, said the anti-drug operation would be led by Rift Valley Regional Police Commander Samuel Ndanyi to ensure sustained enforcement.
"I have directed the Rift Valley Region Police Commander to lead the operation until we eradicate drugs here," said Kanja.
He added that police would also step up operations against criminal gangs across the country as part of wider efforts to restore law and order.