As the crackdown on illicit brew continues, police in Embu country have recovered over 1000 crates of illegal liquor disguised as a milk cooling plant.

Embu County Commissioner Jack Obour and County Police Commander Nicholas Maina led a successful operation at the Kianjokoma market in Runyenjes Embu county after receiving a tip from vigilant members of the public.

PHOTO | COURTESY Police officers destroy over 1000 crates of illicit brew

Their collaborative efforts resulted in the arrest of a suspect after officers broke into a store disguised as an agrovet and milk cooling factory, discovering hundreds of cartons of suspected unlawful brew packaged and ready for distribution.

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During the operation, over 1,400 crates of suspected illicit brew were seized and sent to Itabua Police Station for further examination by a multi-agency team that included the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA).

PHOTO | COURTESY People destroying alcohol

Commissioner Obour complimented the success made in battling illicit substances in Embu County, citing the coordinated efforts of residents and authorities.