The Kenya Police is focused on stabilization of security in all the areas affected by the recent criminal mayhem. The intention is to provide an environment for full resumption of the social and economic activities in these areas.

INCIDENTS IN THE LAST 24 HOURS

Kisumu

Police in Kisumu received a report that a rowdy gang had erected illegal road barriers and were robbing motorists. Police cleared the road and by 09:00 hours traffic was moving smoothly.

Elburgon

Police at Elburgon Police station received a report that raiders had a Kandutura village and set 8 residential houses on fire. One elderly man by the name Moses Mbugua Kariuki aged about 86 years was killed and unknown number of livestock stolen.

ARRESTS

Police investigations are underway and we have made 12 new arrests in the last 24 hours.

Summary of cases under Police investigation in regard to the electoral related violence.

TRANSPORT

The roads have been clear for the last 24 hours. There was one incidence where a Petroleum Oil tanker convoy from Kisumu to Isebania was attacked. Police escorts engaged the attackers who ran away. The police vehicle was slightly damaged but the convoy proceeded safely.

Kshs. 50,000 CASH REWARD - RAILWAY TRANSPORT

Whereas Railway transport has never been quite affected by electoral violence, there has been a sharp increase of cases of vandalism, destruction of property and outright sabotage. Kenya Police is therefore offering a reward of Kshs 50,000/= to any person who gives information which will lead to the arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators of this crime. Person wishing to give the information can get in touch with the Police Spokesman on Tel. 020-341-411 at police Headquarters Vigilance house or the PCIO Railways Police on Tel. 020-222-2197 or the nearest Police station.

(ERICK KIRAITHE)
FOR: COMMISSIONER OF POLICE

9th January, 2008

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