5 suspects arrested over vandalism of Naivasha - Juja transmission tower - See what was recovered after police raided their houses (PHOTOs)

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 - Five suspects have been arrested in connection with the vandalism and collapse of Transmission Tower No. 1052 on the Naivasha–Juja 132kV double-circuit line following a joint operation by Kenya Power’s Security Team and police.

The suspects were arrested in Mai Mahiu during an intelligence-led operation.

Searches at their homes led to the recovery of tower bracing components, spanners, hacksaw blades and other tools believed to have been used in the vandalism.

The suspects have admitted to being involved in the vandalism and named other networks and buyers of stolen materials operating in Nairobi, Kiambu and neighbouring counties.

All five suspects are being held at Naivasha Police Station pending arraignment as investigations continue to track down other members of the criminal network.

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The Kenyan DAILY POST.