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Bad day for thugs who infiltrated Maseno University graduation and stole from the attendees - 15 phones recovered and suspects arrested (PHOTO)

Bad day for thugs who infiltrated Maseno University graduation and stole from the attendees - 15 phones recovered and suspects arrested (PHOTO)

Saturday, November 14, 2026 - Four suspected phone thieves had a rude shock after police officers arrested them and recovered 15 suspected stolen mobile phones during Maseno University's graduation ceremony.

The suspects were arrested on Friday, November 13, 2026, during the graduation ceremony held at the university's Siriba Campus, where hundreds of graduands, relatives and other guests had gathered to celebrate the occasion.

According to the National Police Service (NPS), officers attached to Maseno Police Station received intelligence about a group of suspicious individuals operating within the university grounds.

Acting swiftly, the officers moved in and intercepted the four suspects before conducting a thorough search that led to the recovery of 15 assorted mobile phones suspected to have been stolen from unsuspecting graduation attendees.

The suspects were subsequently escorted to Maseno Police Station, where they were placed in custody pending processing and arraignment in court.

Meanwhile, the recovered mobile phones were secured at the station as exhibits as police pursue further investigations.

The National Police Service has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding Kenyans, residents and visitors, urging members of the public to continue sharing information that can help prevent crime.

The Kenyan DAILY POST.

In brief

Saturday, November 14, 2026 - Four suspected phone thieves had a rude shock after police officers arrested them and recovered 15 suspected stolen mobile phones during Maseno University's graduation ceremony. According to the National Police Service (NPS), officers attached to Maseno Police Station received intelligence about a group of suspicious individuals operating within the university grounds.

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