The hunt for drug and illicit alcohol suppliers is now a priority for the police as government launched a crackdown on Friday. This will be the second wave of crackdowns by the State, with the first targeting consumers of illegal substances rather than their suppliers. “Through thorough investigations, we have been able to find out the people involved with the bhang that is consumed in Murang’a and Thika. SEE ALSO: Farmers ask State to release coffee cashAccording to Matiang’i, the nabbing of dealers and suppliers will stop the trend from reoccurring. “To rid the counties of Murang’a and Kiambu, which have been badly affected by illicit brew and drug menace, the second wave will be tougher than the first wave of crackdowns," Matiang'i said.

Source: Standard Digital July 03, 2020 15:26 UTC