The operation took place on Friday, November 21, in Nairobi’s Eastleigh area after days of careful intelligence gathering.
According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the suspect, identified as Asho Kassim Hassan, was found hiding in a residential building along Major Muriithi Street.
According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the suspect, identified as Asho Kassim Hassan, was found hiding in a residential building along Major Muriithi Street.
Officers moved in after receiving detailed information linking her to activities that may involve supporting terrorism.
During the arrest, detectives recovered two key items — a passport and a mobile phone. Both items will be examined by forensic experts to help investigators understand her communication patterns and possible links to other suspects.
During the arrest, detectives recovered two key items — a passport and a mobile phone. Both items will be examined by forensic experts to help investigators understand her communication patterns and possible links to other suspects.
The DCI says this analysis will play a big role in uncovering the wider network that may be working with her.
Hassan is currently in police custody. She is expected to be presented in court soon to face charges related to terrorism.
Hassan is currently in police custody. She is expected to be presented in court soon to face charges related to terrorism.
The DCI has assured the public that security agencies are working closely together to keep the country safe.
In their statement, they emphasized that intelligence-led operations, inter-agency teamwork, and cooperation from the public are important in fighting terrorism.
This arrest comes shortly after a deadly attack on security officers in Garissa County. On Wednesday, November 19, two officers lost their lives and five others were injured when their Border Patrol Unit vehicle ran over an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) along the Liboi–Kulan road.
This arrest comes shortly after a deadly attack on security officers in Garissa County. On Wednesday, November 19, two officers lost their lives and five others were injured when their Border Patrol Unit vehicle ran over an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) along the Liboi–Kulan road.
The explosion is believed to have been carried out by militants linked to the Somalia-based group Al-Shabaab.
One officer died on the spot, while another passed away while receiving treatment. The five injured officers are currently recovering. Following the attack, security agencies increased surveillance and patrols in Garissa and other border areas to prevent further incidents and track down the attackers.
Authorities are urging members of the public to stay vigilant and report any unusual or suspicious activities.
One officer died on the spot, while another passed away while receiving treatment. The five injured officers are currently recovering. Following the attack, security agencies increased surveillance and patrols in Garissa and other border areas to prevent further incidents and track down the attackers.
Authorities are urging members of the public to stay vigilant and report any unusual or suspicious activities.
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