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Detectives intercept lorry ferrying ethanol after chase

The consignment of ethanol that was intercepted by DCI officers at Kirengero along Nakuru Subukia road. Police say the drums were covered by sacks of omena to avoid detection. [Courtesy, DCI]

Mystery surrounds interception of a lorry that was allegedly transporting adulterated goods belonging to a top politician.

A police officer who requested anonymity because he is not allowed to speak to the media, said the lorry was transporting ethanol packed in drums. The drums were covered with sacks of omena to avoid detection during transportation.

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