Six suspects arraigned for Meru police station raid.
Mob stole loaded AK47 rifle from police armoury.
Suspects incited mourners to raid Antubeiga Police Post.
“Armed with the stolen rifle held by Erastus Mwenda, the mob proceeded to Muringene Police Station where they subdued the officers,” DCI said adding that,
“They aided the escape of all the prisoners, before destroying all the station’s stationeries and furniture.”
David Kaberia, Felix Kimathi, Benard Mutuma among suspects.
Rifle stolen, exhibit store and officer’s house set on fire.
Mob subdued officers, helped prisoners escape.
DCI conducts manhunt for suspects.
Erastus Mwenda apprehended, leads investigators to VIP Bar.
Pistol found in Felix Kimathi’s room.
Firearm belongs to wanted murder suspect, Eliud Mukiri.
Eliud Mukiri and Bernard Mutuma arrested in Kiengu sub-county.
Rifle found buried at Thangaa Prayer Mountain.
Missing rounds of ammunition still sought.
Bernard Mutuma, Felix Kimathi, and Eliud Mukiri linked to murder case.
Court denies suspects’ bond request.
Case mention scheduled for January 10, 2024.
