A 25-year-old suspected drug trafficker was on Tuesday arrested by police and two sacks of bhang seized.

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The man that has been identified as Anthony Macharia was arrested aboard Mwingi bound bus that was headed to Garissa Town.

Mwingi police boss Barasa Gerald confirmed the arrest, saying the narcotics were packed in sacks and covered with foodstuffs to dilute suspicion of being noticed.

"The seized bhang was packed in two separate sacks and covered with Maize, potatoes, and vegetables to confuse other passengers," said Barasa.

The police boss added that Macharia was arrested following a tip off from concerned members of the public. 

The suspect has since been taken to Mwingi police station awaiting to be arraigned in court.