UAE terror suspect arrested in Meru

A map of Meru County. A terror suspect has been arrested at a Meru hotel. GRAPHIC | GOOGLE MAPS

What you need to know:

  • The suspect was found in possession of electrical instruments among other items.
  • He was handed over to Isiolo Anti-Terrorism Police Unit.

A 65-year old terror suspect believed to be an ex-United Arab Emirates army officer has been arrested in Meru.

The suspect, Mr Mohsin Mohammed who holds a UAE passport, was arrested at a hotel Thursday night.

The suspect was found in possession of electrical instruments among other items.

Meru County Police Commander Samson Kinne said they got a tip from the public and arrested the suspect who, according to his passport, has entered Kenya three times.

He was handed over to Isiolo Anti-Terrorism Police Unit.