Authorities in Embu seized 1,500 crates of suspected counterfeit beer from a store disguised as an agrovet in Kianjokoma Township, Runyenjes Constituency.
A suspect was arrested during a raid at 10 pm, as security agencies intensify their war on illegal liquor and drugs. The development followed a tip-off from members of the public who got suspicious of the activities taking place within the “agrovet” that was ever closed.
County Commissioner Jack Obuo said the haul will be subjected to verification by relevant government bodies to prove the quality. “All indications are that the liquor is counterfeit given that the storeroom had not been approved and no one has claimed ownership of the beers,” he said.
He reported that since the crackdown that commenced early this month, they had netted 8,220, bottles of suspected illegal alcoholic drinks and 12 kilos of bhang. Obuo said some had been subjected to examination and presented as exhibits in court to facilitate prosecution of the owners while others were awaiting results.
He also reported that they had also arrested one of the notorious counterfeiters in Siakago Town in Mbeere North Constituency. “We are winning this war courtesy of support from members of the public and dedication from our security agencies,” he said.
He said the crackdown will go on until the County is rid of the menace that had left many people with lifelong health complications and others dead. The CC warned those engaging in the illegal trade that their days are numbered and soon the law will catch up with them.
By Samuel Waititu
