Crime sceneA Tanzanian couple suspected of drugging unsuspecting passengers and stealing their valuables has been arrested in Mombasa, following investigations by detectives.
The suspects were arrested after detectives traced stolen property to their residence.
According to the DCI the investigation began on September 18 after a passenger traveling from Nairobi to Mombasa aboard a dream line bus was allegedly drugged by a fellow passenger.
The victim reportedly lost consciousness during the journey and later regained consciousness at Tudor Sub-County Hospital where he discovered that his bag and other personal belongings were missing.
"Detectives from Makupa police station immediately launched investigations following a trail of forensic leads tat eventually led them to Magogo," the DCI said.
A subsequent search of the complaints HP laptop and iPhone 17 pro max which detectives believe could help advance the investigation.
Officers also recovered several other items suspected to have been stolen including assorted mobile phones, 20 iPhone chargers, 10 wristwatches, 20 wallets and various clothing items.
Additionally substances suspected to be stupefying drugs were recovered during the operation.
The DCI said the recovery of the items provided a crucial breakthrough in the investigation into the alleged criminal activities targeting unsuspecting travellers.
"The two suspects are in custody undergoing processing pending arraignment." the agency stated.
The recovered items have been detained as exabits as detectives continue investigations to establish whether the suspects are linked to other similar incidences involving passengers travelling between Nairobi and Mombasa.
The DCI urged members of the public to report suspected criminal activities through its toll-free number 0800722, 203 or WhatsApp number 0709,570,000.
