Police Recover Stolen Ceska Pistol, Arrest Suspect in Thika

Police in Thika have recovered a Ceska pistol, which was robbed from a civilian firearm holder in Kahawa Sukari on January 2023. The recovery followed a search at a wounded man’s house in Makongeni, Thika.

The Incident and Subsequent Investigation

On Monday, an unknown man was sprayed with bullets near the Thika Level Five hospital. Police rushed to the scene and found the badly injured man. They took him to the hospital, where doctors managed to stop his bleeding.

However, the man refused to give his name or provide any other identifying information. This prompted the police to initiate a forensic ID process.

Through this process, the police were able to identify the man and locate his residence at Gireki Plaza in Makongeni. They conducted a search of the man’s house and found the Ceska pistol loaded with 15 rounds of ammunition, hidden under the carpet alongside a roll of bhang.

Preliminary Investigations and Suspect’s Alleged Involvement in Other Robberies

Preliminary investigations have revealed that the firearm is the same one that was robbed from a civilian firearm holder in Kahawa Sukari in January 2023. During that robbery, two armed men riding on an unmarked motorcycle accosted the victim at a construction site and stole his mobile phone and cash.

On the same day, the two suspects also robbed three people at Landless Section 2. They stole their mobile phones and money at gunpoint.

The police believe that the shot suspect may have known his attackers, as they had allegedly engaged in an altercation over a previous engagement before the shots were fired.

Current Status of the Suspect and Ongoing Investigations

The suspect is currently under police guard pending his recuperation, formal arrest, and arraignment. He has a gunshot wound in the stomach.

The police are also continuing their pursuit of the suspect’s accomplices.

Significance of the Pistol Recovery

The recovery of the stolen pistol is a significant development in the investigation of these robberies. It provides further evidence of the suspect’s involvement and will help to strengthen the case against him.

Conclusion

The police are committed to bringing the perpetrators of these crimes to justice. They are urging anyone with information about these incidents to come forward and contact them.

This is an important case that highlights the dangers of armed robberies. It is also a reminder of the importance of police work in bringing criminals to justice.