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Authorities have arrested six foreign nationals after intercepting a massive consignment of methamphetamine valued at Sh8.2 billion at the Port of Mombasa.
The seizure followed a coordinated operation by the National Police Service (NPS) after the Kenya Navy intercepted a vessel suspected of transporting narcotics into the country, about 600 kilometers offshore.
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Armed with a court order, officers conducted an extensive search of the vessel on Saturday, October 25, uncovering 769 packages of the banned substance hidden within its compartments.
Methamphetamine—commonly referred to as meth—is a potent and highly addictive stimulant that attacks the central nervous system, often causing severe mental and physical health complications such as psychosis, heart failure, and lasting brain damage.
In a statement, NPS lauded the multi-agency team behind the successful operation, commending their professionalism and dedication in curbing drug trafficking.
“The National Police Service commends the officers involved in the operation for their commitment and professionalism,” the statement read. “We remain steadfast in collaborating with other agencies to combat drug trafficking.”
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has since initiated an inquiry to trace the origin and intended destination of the drugs, confirming that the 769 packages contained crystalline methamphetamine with an estimated street value of Sh8.2 billion.
This bust ranks among the biggest methamphetamine seizures in Kenya’s history, highlighting intensified efforts to dismantle international narcotics networks exploiting the country’s coastal ports as smuggling routes.
