Two people have been arrested after being found transporting 575 liters of ethanol.

The two were apprehended in Nakuru County, according to the National Police Service (NPS).

The two were recognized as Isack Ochieng and Hedmond Ochieng by police.

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Officers from Elementaita Police Station stopped their car after receiving a tip.

"NPS officers from Elementaita Police Station impounded a motor vehicle registration number KDM 563R Nissan Note," reads a portion of a police statement.

Police praised members of the public for providing information that led to the suspects' arrest.

“The two are in police custody awaiting to appear before Nakuru CMS Court on December 28, 2023.” NPS wishes to thank members of the public for sharing information that led to the success of this operation.