According to authorities, the operation was carried out on Friday by officers from Isebania Police Station in Kuria West Sub-County.
The officers had been monitoring movements near the border when they identified a white Toyota Probox suspected to have entered Kenya through the porous Nyang’iti border point.
Police reports indicate that the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot after officers signalled him to stop for inspection.
Police reports indicate that the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot after officers signalled him to stop for inspection.
Security agencies have since launched a manhunt to track down the suspect and establish his identity.
Upon searching the vehicle, officers recovered 12 drums of sodium cyanide weighing 50 kilograms each. The chemical is known to be extremely toxic and dangerous if mishandled.
Authorities also discovered two cartons containing explosives identified as V6 Explogel. The materials had reportedly been concealed inside brown packaging, raising suspicion about the nature of the transport and the intention behind the consignment.
Investigations are currently underway to determine the origin of the chemicals and explosives as well as their intended destination within Kenya.
Police officials stated that security teams remain alert to threats linked to illegal transportation of hazardous materials across the border. They emphasized that such operations pose serious risks to public safety if the materials fall into the wrong hands.
Sodium cyanide is commonly used in gold mining and other industrial activities to extract precious metals from ore. Despite its legitimate uses, the chemical is tightly regulated due to its lethal nature. Exposure can occur through inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact, and even small quantities can be fatal.
V6 Explogel, on the other hand, is a commercial explosive used in mining, quarrying, and large construction projects to break rock and earth. However, authorities warn that such materials must only be handled and transported under strict regulations.
The interception comes at a time when security agencies remain on high alert following a recent counterterrorism operation in which officers disrupted a planned attack in Nairobi. During the operation, specialised police units arrested 13 suspects in Kajiado County and recovered several weapons, including rifles, ammunition, and grenades.
Preliminary investigations suggest the suspects were allegedly planning attacks during the holy month of Ramadan, a period observed by Muslims worldwide through prayer and fasting.
Security officials say investigations into both incidents are ongoing as authorities continue efforts to safeguard the country from potential threats.
Upon searching the vehicle, officers recovered 12 drums of sodium cyanide weighing 50 kilograms each. The chemical is known to be extremely toxic and dangerous if mishandled.
Authorities also discovered two cartons containing explosives identified as V6 Explogel. The materials had reportedly been concealed inside brown packaging, raising suspicion about the nature of the transport and the intention behind the consignment.
Investigations are currently underway to determine the origin of the chemicals and explosives as well as their intended destination within Kenya.
Police officials stated that security teams remain alert to threats linked to illegal transportation of hazardous materials across the border. They emphasized that such operations pose serious risks to public safety if the materials fall into the wrong hands.
Sodium cyanide is commonly used in gold mining and other industrial activities to extract precious metals from ore. Despite its legitimate uses, the chemical is tightly regulated due to its lethal nature. Exposure can occur through inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact, and even small quantities can be fatal.
V6 Explogel, on the other hand, is a commercial explosive used in mining, quarrying, and large construction projects to break rock and earth. However, authorities warn that such materials must only be handled and transported under strict regulations.
The interception comes at a time when security agencies remain on high alert following a recent counterterrorism operation in which officers disrupted a planned attack in Nairobi. During the operation, specialised police units arrested 13 suspects in Kajiado County and recovered several weapons, including rifles, ammunition, and grenades.
Preliminary investigations suggest the suspects were allegedly planning attacks during the holy month of Ramadan, a period observed by Muslims worldwide through prayer and fasting.
Security officials say investigations into both incidents are ongoing as authorities continue efforts to safeguard the country from potential threats.
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