A 24-year-old man was arrested in Kitui, Kenya, after attempting to smuggle 69 rolls of bhang and 33 matchsticks into the police station. The items were concealed inside a parcel of rice intended for a remandee. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) confirmed the incident in a statement shared on X on September 26, 2026. The discovery occurred during a routine check at Kitui Police Station. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the attempt. The case highlights ongoing challenges in preventing illicit substance smuggling through food supplies. The arrested individual is currently in custody pending further legal proceedings.