Two traffic police officers arrested over alleged roadside bribery in Meru
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) in Kenya has arrested two traffic police officers in Meru County for alleged bribery and extortion. This follows a separate arrest of an NTSA official, highlighting the commission's ongoing efforts to curb corruption in public service delivery.
Why it matters
These arrests reflect broader systemic efforts to improve government accountability and reduce corruption in public service sectors in Kenya.
Suspect arrested /STAR ILLUSTRATION The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested two traffic police officers in Meru County over allegations of extorting motorists and receiving bribes along the Maua–Makutano Road.
According to the commission, the arrests were made on Friday, October 16, following a targeted surveillance operation.
In a statement, the EACC said its officers recovered Sh23,000 in various denominations from the two officers during the operation.
The commission also impounded a Toyota Fielder which was parked beside the road.
The two officers were subsequently escorted to the EACC’s Upper Eastern Regional Office in Isiolo for processing and recording of statements.
The arrests come amid separate efforts by the commission to investigate alleged bribery involving public officers handling government services.
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