Three suspected poachers have been arrested in Marsabit following a police operation that led to the recovery of 13 pieces of elephant tusks believed to have been obtained through illegal wildlife activities.
According to a statement from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), officers from Marsabit Police Station acted on a tip-off and raided a residential house in the Majengo area.
The suspects, identified as Wario Ali Halo, Umuro Afani Duba, and Alkano Elema Galgalo, were reportedly caught off guard when police officers stormed the premises and conducted a thorough search.
During the operation, officers recovered a green sack containing 13 pieces of elephant tusks. Authorities believe the tusks may have originated from illegally poached elephants, underscoring the continued threat of wildlife trafficking in the region.
The suspects were arrested and taken to Marsabit Police Station, where they are being processed ahead of their arraignment in court.
The recovered tusks have been secured as exhibits to support ongoing investigations and future prosecution.
Police said the operation reflects continued efforts by the government and security agencies to combat wildlife crimes and protect endangered species through coordinated enforcement.
Investigations are ongoing to establish whether the suspects are linked to broader poaching or trafficking networks.
