Police Step Up Operations Against Crime and Illegal Motorcycles in Kampala Metropolitan Area

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Police Step Up Operations Against Crime and Illegal Motorcycles in Kampala Metropolitan Area

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Kampala Metropolitan Police has intensified operations in crime-prone areas to enhance public safety and tackle illegal motorcycle activities. The operations, conducted between 15th and 17th March 2026, covered Mutungo Zone 4, Nasuti (Mukono), Mbuya I Parish (Kago, Katoogo, Kalerwe, Buyinja, Centre Zone and Kinawataka), Kireku Railway Zone, Kireku Main Zone, Bweyogerere Central Zone, and Wabigalo Parish.

The operations “targeted identified crime-prone areas known for harbouring suspects involved in robbery, burglary, theft, and the consumption and sale of narcotic substances,” Luke Owoyesigyire, Deputy Public Relations Officer, Kampala Metropolitan Police, said. A total of 75 suspects were arrested and charged with offences including possession of narcotic substances and public nuisance, and several exhibits were recovered.

During the operation in Mbuya I Parish, police impounded seven motorcycles from a garage suspected of altering and reconditioning motorcycle parts. “Among the impounded motorcycles were two without number plates, two with concealed number plates, and three with suspected fake number plates.

The motorcycles are currently undergoing verification as investigations continue into possible links to criminal activities,” Owoyesigyire said. In a separate incident at Masooli Cell, Kasangati, a suspected thief armed with a panga was lynched by a mob after allegedly attempting to target poultry farms with accomplices. Police have processed the scene, and inquiries into the mob action have commenced.

“All suspects remain in custody at respective stations pending screening and prosecution. Police will continue conducting such operations to enhance public safety and reduce crime in the metropolitan area,” Owoyesigyire added.