Police under Kira Road Division, Kira Division and Mukono conducted a series of operations in the areas of Kamwokya, Kyanja, Kisaasi, Kitikifumba Shimoni, Kira Taxi Park, Mbalwa–Namugongo, and Wantoni in Mukono District.
The operations targeted criminal gangs involved in way laying and robbing members of the public, smoking suspected narcotics in identified black spots, and committing related offences.
A total of 28 suspects were arrested. Among them are suspects linked to a gang rape case in Mbalwa. Police recovered several exhibits including suspected narcotics, suspected stolen mobile phones, sharp objects believed to have been used in robberies, and a computer allegedly used to crack phone passwords.
All suspects are currently detained at the respective police stations pending completion of investigations and prosecution.
Police will continue conducting operations in the affected areas to curb criminality and maintain the safety of the public.
This was confirmed by ASP Luke Owoyesigyire Deputy Public Relations Officer Kampala Metropolitan Police who also confirmed that KMP South has conducted same coordinated disruptive operations on 23rd and 24th February 2026 in the areas of Mukwano Roundabout, Railway Line and 6th Street under Kabalagala Police Division; Zana Parish in Makindye-Ssabagabo Division under Katwe Police Division; Valley Zone in Salaama; and Nakasozi, Kimbejja, Magwa-Mpangala, Kisozi, Nakiragala, Nagalabi and Sumba under Nsangi Police Division.
The operations targeted identified crime hotspots, criminal planning points and locations associated with narcotics abuse, mugging, simple robberies and motorcycle theft.
A total of 109 suspects were arrested across the divisions and are currently in custody pending screening and court proceedings. Several motorcycles and number plates suspected to be linked to theft were also recovered.
KMP South remains committed to sustaining such operations to further reduce criminality and enhance public safety within the metropolitan area.
The two operations saw a total of 137 suspects netted during the operations according to ASP Luke Owoyesigyire Deputy Public Relations Officer Kampala Metropolitan Police.
