Three linked to vandalism of KPLC equipment arrested

Security personnel attached to Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) in Nairobi have arrested three individuals connected to vandalism of its equipment.

The three were arrested following a tip-off of an ongoing vandalism of copper cables along Mombasa Road, near Nyayo Stadium—an area recently affected by similar incidents.

According to a statement by the National Police Service (NPS) on Sunday, the team encountered approximately ten individuals armed with crude weapons, who were actively digging up and vandalising the cables

“While several suspects escaped, three were apprehended, including a police officer. All three suspects, along with the recovered materials, are currently in police custody as investigations continue,” the statement read.

“The National Police Service (NPS) is thankful for the information from the public that led to this arrest and warns the general public against engaging in vandalism and other criminal activities.”

NPS has reiterated its commitment to taking firm action against all offenders and urges the public to report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station.