The Kampala Metropolitan Police have conducted a successful crackdown on crime in the metropolitan area, arresting 58 suspects over two days. According to Luke Owoyesigyire, the Deputy Spokesperson for Kampala Metropolitan Police, the operations targeted identified crime-prone areas and individuals suspected of involvement in criminal activities. The arrests were made between September 30 and October 1, 2026, as part of the police's efforts to maintain law and order in the region.
In Kampala Central, police arrested 18 suspects in areas including Nakasero, Biwoloma, Nile Coach, Mini Price, and Kisekka. The suspects were detained at Central Police Station for further processing. The police operations were aimed at curbing crime in the city, and the arrests demonstrate the authorities' commitment to tackling the issue. The suspects are expected to face charges related to their alleged crimes.
In Kitala Cell, Entebbe, seven suspects were arrested, with police reporting the recovery of suspected narcotic substances. Two of the suspects were allegedly caught attempting to break into a shop. The police have not disclosed the type of substances seized, but the arrests suggest that the police are targeting narcotics-related crimes in the area.
At Kisubi, 15 suspects were arrested in Bugiri-Kiwulwe following reports of cannabis use and distribution at Mwaalo Landing Site. Police said suspected cannabis seeds and rolled cannabis sticks were recovered during the operation. The arrests indicate that the police are focusing on tackling the distribution and use of illicit substances in the region.
Another 18 suspects were arrested in Kasangati, including four who were allegedly found in possession of suspected narcotic substances. The police operations in Kasangati were part of the broader crackdown on crime in the metropolitan area. The arrests bring the total number of suspects detained over the two days to 58.
According to Owoyesigyire, all the suspects will be processed in accordance with the law. The police have assured the public that they will continue to work to maintain safety and security in the region. The recent operations demonstrate the police's commitment to tackling crime and enforcing the law.
The Kampala Metropolitan Police's efforts to curb crime have been welcomed by the public, who have expressed relief at the arrests. The police have urged the public to continue providing information that can help them in their efforts to maintain law and order. The recent crackdown is part of the police's ongoing efforts to ensure public safety and security in the region.
Key points
- 58 suspects were arrested in a series of operations conducted across the Kampala metropolitan area between September 30 and October 1, 2026.
- The operations targeted identified crime-prone areas and individuals suspected of involvement in criminal activities.
- The suspects were arrested for various crimes, including possession of narcotic substances and attempted break-ins.
