Farmers living in fear as armed gangs steal their livestock

When a herd of cattle that had been stolen from Kamelei was returned to the owners. [File, Standard]

A group of residents in Trans Nzoia county has expressed concerns about the increasing number of livestock theft cases. Criminals are using crude weapons and chemicals to carry out these crimes.

The thefts have become a thriving business in the region as gangs employ aggressive methods to succeed in their nefarious missions.