The trio was arrested on Sunday after police officers based at Bondeni Police Station received distress calls from residents within the Manyani and Kivumbini Estates about a gang of three armed men robbing residents while riding a motorcycle around the estates.

According to the National Police Service (NPS), responding officers conducted a pursuit of the suspects, as the chase resulted in their interception and arrest within Manyani Estate.

Police recovered weapons and a motorcycle used in carrying out the crimes.

The three have been placed in custody at Bondeni Police Station awaiting processing and arraignment in court.