Turi Police Station Opens in Molo: What It Means for Local Security
By Shadrack Kimeli | Updated October 1, 2026
Turi Ward in Molo Sub-County gained an operational police station in February 2026, bringing police services closer to residents who had raised concerns about crime, drug abuse and slow response times.
What Changed in Turi?
The station opened with an Officer Commanding Station deployed to operationalise the facility. Molo Area Commander Geoffrey Chetivia and Elburgon Area Commander Maurine Ondigo asked residents to work with officers through timely reporting and community policing.
Molo police leadership said the station was intended to reduce the distance residents have to travel for police services and improve response to local incidents.
Security Concerns Raised at the Launch
Officials highlighted drug trafficking, illicit brews and other crime as priorities for the new station. Residents also said a closer police presence could improve safety for children, women and businesses, particularly after dark.
Residents Asked for More Infrastructure
Community members welcomed the station but called for adequate offices, housing for officers and vehicles. Those requests are important because opening a station does not by itself guarantee the personnel, transport and facilities required for effective policing.
Later Budget Recommendation for Turi Police Station
A National Assembly order paper dated June 3, 2026, carried a Budget Committee recommendation for an additional KSh50 million in development funding for Turi Police Station as part of proposed allocations for police facilities.
That document records a committee budget recommendation; it should not be read as proof that every recommended shilling had already been spent at the station.
Sources and Verification
- Kenya News Agency: Turi Police Station opening, February 21, 2026
- National Assembly Order Paper, June 3, 2026
The station’s long-term value will depend on staffing, transport, equipment and how quickly officers can respond to incidents reported by residents. A new building alone does not guarantee improved security outcomes.
