Second suspect in vehicle theft syndicate arrested in Makindu

Detectives from Makindu Police Station have arrested Stephen Kioko, the second suspect linked to the highway motor vehicle theft that occurred on July 13, 2025, along the Mombasa–Nairobi highway.

Kioko’s arrest follows the earlier arrest of his accomplice, Musyoka Mutava and the recovery of the stolen Subaru Trezia at Ukia, Makueni Sub-County.

The investigative trail led detectives to Kioko, believed to have played a key role in coordinating the attack and getaway.

He is now in custody, undergoing processing to enjoin his case with that of Mutava, currently before the court.