Police Recover Illegal Firearm in Entebbe Operation, Arrest 16 Suspects

Police in Entebbe Municipality have recovered an illegal pistol following an intelligence-led security operation conducted on April 11, 2026, across multiple locations in Wakiso District, resulting in the arrest of 16 suspects now in custody pending court action.

Police in Entebbe Municipality have recovered a pistol following an intelligence-led operation conducted on Saturday, April 11, 2026, across the areas of Wamala, Buzzi, Lutaba, and Ssisa Village in Wakiso District.

The operation, carried out by security personnel, targeted houses under construction in Hossana Estate and Jomayi Estate, as well as several known gambling points.

Authorities say the crackdown was prompted by public concern over an individual suspected of possessing an illegal firearm.

According to Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Racheal Kawala, a total of 16 suspects were arrested during the coordinated exercise.

One of the suspects, identified as Ronald Segujja, later led officers to the recovery of the pistol, which has since been secured as an exhibit.

“This operation was informed by credible intelligence and community concerns, and it has resulted in the successful recovery of an illegal firearm,” SP Kawala said.

All suspects remain in police custody and are expected to be produced before court as investigations continue.