President Donald Trump’s administration has delivered specialized operational vehicles to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) under the new Kenya-US security deal.
In a statement on July 22, the DCI confirmed receiving operational motor vehicles donated by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) through the US Embassy in Nairobi, in a move aimed at strengthening Kenya’s fight against illicit drug trafficking.
“The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) today received operational motor vehicles donated by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) through the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi, in a significant boost to Kenya’s fight against illicit drug trafficking,” the statement read in part.
The vehicles were officially handed over during a ceremony held at the DCI headquarters, marking another milestone in the long-standing security cooperation between Kenya and the United States.
Speaking during the event, the DCI Boss, Mohamed Amin, described the donation as a significant boost to the Anti-Narcotics Unit, saying it demonstrates the continued partnership between the DCI, the US Government and the DEA in tackling transnational organized crime.
New Boost for DCI Anti-Narcotics Operations
According to the DCI, the newly acquired vehicles will improve the operational mobility of the Anti-Narcotics Unit by supporting surveillance, intelligence-led operations and rapid response missions across the country.
The vehicles will also strengthen nationwide investigations and enhance coordination between Kenyan law enforcement agencies and international partners involved in combating drug trafficking.
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Amin noted that drug trafficking networks have become increasingly sophisticated, taking advantage of technology, international transport systems, financial channels and porous borders to move illicit drugs across countries.
“…modern drug trafficking networks exploit technology, international transport systems, financial channels and porous borders, making international collaboration essential in dismantling criminal enterprises,” the directorate noted.
He said such evolving threats require closer international cooperation and better operational resources to effectively dismantle criminal networks operating across borders.
Focus on Intelligence-Led Policing
The directorate reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to building a modern Anti-Narcotics Unit driven by technology, intelligence gathering and specialized investigative capabilities.
He said the Directorate will continue investing in operational capacity, specialized training, intelligence sharing, forensic support and joint investigations with international law enforcement agencies.
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According to Amin, strengthening these capabilities is essential to improving investigations and disrupting organized criminal groups involved in narcotics trafficking.
He added that international partnerships remain critical in responding to crimes that extend beyond national borders and require coordinated enforcement efforts.
During the handover ceremony, Amin thanked the Government of the United States and the DEA for their continued support, describing the donation as a reflection of the strong working relationship between the two countries in combating organized crime.
He challenged officers attached to the Anti-Narcotics Unit to utilize the vehicles with professionalism, integrity, and accountability while carrying out their duties.
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Good… How many specialized vehicles??