Police Seize Military Grade M4 Assault Rifle from Billionaire Jimmy Wanjigi's House

Police Seize Military Grade M4 Assault Rifle from Billionaire Jimmy Wanjigi's House

Police searching billionaire businessman Jimmy Wanjigi's residence in Nairobi's Muthaga estate have recovered an M4 assault rifle and 600 rounds of ammunition.

The officers further seized five pistols licensed to the businessman alongside one shotgun and a military grade M4 assault rifle.

The controversial businessman did not have a license for the M4 rifle, which is not allowed in civilian hands according to police. However, family members present during the search told the media that the weapons were all registered.

The raid was carried out by a multi-agency team drawn from elite Flying Squad, Special Crimes Prevention Unit and General Service Unit (GSU).

The officers searched the tycoon’s palatial residence after obtaining a temporary warrant to search all properties belonging to Wanjigi, who locked himself in a bunker for hours. The officers were granted permission to “open, search, have access, seize, remove and carry away, firearms ammunition and explosives, as well as documents related to importation of weapons.”

Said Mohamed, the head of flying squad on Monday night said detectives wanted to grill Wanjigi over links to the cache of weapons recovered at a villa in Malindi.

Wanjigi has since moved to court seeking orders to block his arrest. On Tuesday, Justice Chacha Mwita granted the businessman a Ksh50,000 anticipatory bail and ordered police not to arrest him until his case is heard on October 19th.

Nasa leader Raila Odinga visited Wanjigi's home on Tuesday evening, but is yet to comment on the incident.

Comments

mokono (not verified)     Tue, 10/17/2017 @ 04:49pm

They can visit the billionaire but not the nasarites on there death beds or burial. Bure kabisa

sokora (not verified)     Tue, 10/17/2017 @ 05:19pm

You just wonder how many other key NASA individuals have similar arsenal. Why would an individual possess such a lethal cache of weapons unless there were plans to execute something dramatic? What else don’t we know? All along we knew it was not about “irreducible minimums”. Serikali iko and the barrel must be emptied completely to uncover the truth and establish all the links. All those in the network must pay a heavy price if, and when their intent is established. Just an observation!

Kenya (not verified)     Tue, 10/17/2017 @ 05:31pm

This is how Anglo leasing money was/is being used. Buy weapons (M4) that can kill people like Las Vegas. They need to lock up this thug he is a danger to the society. These makora judges are as dangerous as terrorists. Once they see money they will let any criminal free

Imara (not verified)     Tue, 10/17/2017 @ 05:50pm

Jubilee propaganda! Siku za mwizi arobaini. Upuuzi huu wa serikali umeendelea kwa muda mrefu wa kuwanyanyasa wananchi. Ni lazima ukomeshwe mara moja bila umwagikaji wa damu. Je mwakumbuka porojo za "Mwakenya?"

Ni mapenzi yangu kuona nchi yetu imetulia. Kwa sasa, jambo hili haliwezekani kwa sababu ile KANU ya zamani ambayo sasa yaitwa Jubilee imefufuka tena ikiwa na hasira ya mkizi ili kuendeleza na tabia zake mbovu za kuwanyanyasa wananchi.

Ndugu Matiba, uko wapi? Nakuomba uwasiliane na Uhuru na kumkumbusha msiba au maafa yaliyokupata mnamo miaka ya utawala wa kiongozi Toroitich!

Ken (not verified)     Tue, 10/17/2017 @ 05:51pm

Can we get the same with corrupt people? Why go after people that disagree with you when there’s looters like Waiguru walking around raising money instead of rotting in jail?priorities are messed up!

JustMe (not verified)     Wed, 10/18/2017 @ 05:10am

In reply to by Ken (not verified)

As far as I know Wanjigi does not "disagree" with anyone.... he only cares about those whom he can manipulate to get what he wants. He was Jubilee's friend until he failed to manipulate them into giving him the SGR work. At least kwa Jub anaitisha tenders, kwa RAO he finds another bitter self-seeker who is ready to cause chaos for revenge.... so he funds NASA to cause chaos and anarchy to cure their combined frustration with Jubilee... misery finding company. A pair of spoilt brats.... self-seeking losers!

Okulaulanga (not verified)     Tue, 10/17/2017 @ 06:01pm

This is ridiculous and shameful to Uhuruto government first of all the manner they raided Jimmy' s house is unconstitutional. Jim has a permit for all those weapons and two him is a prominent bussinesman and he has a right to protect himself from thugs and he was not a threat to anyone there I don't see why they raided his house using heavy equipment to break in his house.whom did Jimmy kill or what crime did he commit to Kenyans or to the government. This is shameful and ignorant.

formerlyguest 2 (not verified)     Tue, 10/17/2017 @ 06:27pm

In reply to by Okulaulanga (not verified)

And why was he hiding under the bed oops bunker/basement, why did he need a lawyer? The police had their search warrant and that is how that is conducted and if you live majuu you know that if Police has a sting operation, they are not about to announce themselves with loud speakers and knock and wait for the suspect to open. If Jim has a permit he does not need a lawyer , just produce the permits and open the door pole pole, and no one will be breaking in ...... stop flipping the script to fit your narrative.

formerlyguest 2 (not verified)     Tue, 10/17/2017 @ 06:34pm

In reply to by formerlyguest 2 (not verified)

You need to read about Ukraine...that is all am saying and you cna see why Wanjigi would be having such weapon , na munasema hapa hi polisi wanauwa watu, heh someone else could be playing police to shift the goal posts.. It is known to happen many places but naive people think everything is black and white!

Anonymous (not verified)     Tue, 10/17/2017 @ 06:42pm

Why he had the gun needs to be established first.He is not the first person in Kenya to own a gun .It could be self defence.This Jubilee propaganda ati he was planning to cause chaos is just that .The GSU and the Kenya army have loads of ammunition .They could also be misused by UK in the name of keeping the peace so as to ensure he stays in power. As usual another side show so that any undecided should decide to vote in Jubilee as they are the "peaceful party".Lies on top of lies soon the center will not hold and things aka Kenya will fall apart

Ninja (not verified)     Tue, 10/17/2017 @ 07:27pm

I have been saying that NASA is a terrorist party. Raila knows what he is doing. No difference between NASA and alshabab or ISIS.The government need to treat these guys as if they are OSama Bin landen. Look what were they doing with Military like weapons. Please Uhuru if you are readibg mwakilishi you need to understand that these people are planing to overthrow your government. Please Kenyans what are these people like Jimi doing with military like weapons. International community need to treat these NASA financiers like Jimi no difference than terrorists

Ninja (not verified)     Tue, 10/17/2017 @ 07:33pm

The government of Kenya need to take a hint from these weapons. These people are terrorists trying to overthrow the government. Please security agency of kenya take a hint these guys are terrorists and its time to treat them like such. Dont take any chance.

OneDay@times (not verified)     Tue, 10/17/2017 @ 11:03pm

My history teacher once claimed that those homes with high walls are for those who have "wronged" society and are meant to hide what has been taken away from those who had little-maybe he was right today!

onkoba (not verified)     Wed, 10/18/2017 @ 05:28am

where did he buy this M4 from? and how many M4s are out there on wrong hands ? and imagine this M4 fell in wrong
of hands of terrorists who are ready to die , the menace they will cause and instability in Kenya.

Anonymous (not verified)     Wed, 10/18/2017 @ 05:33am

WOOOOI .... Aki Jimi's wife is hooooot - ngai fafa - when you have billions you can get such a wife - not like the gikunia in my house

Unknown (not verified)     Wed, 10/18/2017 @ 09:01pm

Do we have constitution for the rich and the poor.it looks like if you are wealthy they blatantly ignore the constitution with impunity.to make it worse the hooligans close their shops to come and celebrate with u.the fox who are supposed to be part of protecting the country are the ones ruining it.they behave like entitled brats .its unfortunate the NASA team can go idolise wanjigi cause he has been bankrolling their campaign .they don't care whether he is a thief or a murderer.he got the bread so he can't follow the constitution.he brags how his house is the surrogate of jubilee admistration.jubilee was hatched in his living room so he cannot respect those who are ruling.i dine with them.you are a sellout bro.think twice what damage you are doing to your family and your close friends.if you are in the wrong admit and face the law.dont hide those fools cause they will dump u like tissue paper after they use u.The only genuine fox was your dad ,mum and your wife .all others are there because of what they can get from your dip pocket.i don t care how you made your money but with long history we can figure out.you got to cut deals.be a gentleman .you are already famous and so dont be enticed by tv shows.its crazy time in the country and so some people might hate u or like u and that might not be the way you would like to conduct your biz.i know you smart men and that's why they are idolise you.can you count all of them as enemies and think about yourself and kids.dont call somebody baba to make him feel good.he is using u men.i am sober and I like people who work hard and help their kids so you
Good but avoid those side shows

Unknown (not verified)     Wed, 10/18/2017 @ 09:06pm

The ruling elites have lost directions.we know you got the money and you have been bankrolling hooliganism.you want to create anarchy in the country cause you can run and hide.its good to have a bunker but you can't stay there for long .follow the law like common mwananchi and be blessed you smart than those hooligans behaving like they like you.only one percent was genuine.yhey came there cause they need your fat check.if you slow down you will never see any fool.

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