Crime suspect arrested. Police officers in Kisauni Mombasa County are holding a suspect believed to be one of the suspects stealing motorbikes in the area. [Photo/Standard]
Police officers in Kisauni Mombasa County are holding a suspect believed to be one of the suspects stealing motorbikes in the area.
According to the area police boss Sangura Musee the suspect was arrested with the help of boda-boda riders on Tuesday.
“Police managed to arrest the suspect following a tip-off from riders. He is in custody helping us with investigations to arrest more suspects before they will be arraigned in court,” said Musee.
Musee said last week Friday, a boda-boda rider was killed and his motorbike stolen by two armed gangsters in Shanzu area.
“Motorcycle theft is on the rise but police will not rest until all suspects are flushed out of the area. Boda Boda riders should volunteer information to police officers which will help in arresting thieves,” he said.
The police boss warned riders against colluding with criminals to steal motorbikes.
“Police are investigating claims that there are some riders colluding with criminals to steal motorbikes. Anyone found guilty will be arrested and taken to court to face the full force of the law,” added Musee.