Kampala Metropolitan Police has arrested 89 suspects in a series of operations targeting robbery, theft and other criminal activities in crime-prone areas across Kampala, Wakiso and Mukono districts.
The operations were conducted in identified crime hotspots and suspected hideouts as police stepped up efforts to disrupt criminal groups and recover suspected stolen property.
In Nagalama, Mukono District, three suspects were arrested during an operation in Kibuye Village, Kabembe Parish, Kyampisi Sub-county.
Police recovered two television sets, a bag containing new shoes, two hoovers, household items, a knife and other exhibits. Some of the recovered property has been identified by complainants, while investigations are continuing to establish how the items were obtained.
In Kajjansi, Wakiso District, 24 suspects were arrested in Nakigalala Kifene, Kitovu and Makandwa cells in Kitende Ward. Police said the operation targeted suspected criminal groups allegedly using the areas as hideouts and bases for planning attacks and stealing property.
Four other suspects were arrested in Zirunumbu, Katwe Division. Police recovered an army camouflage uniform, a green hat, 14 bullet cartridges and sticks. The suspects were charged with unlawful possession of government stores and are awaiting court proceedings.
In Entebbe Division, 61 suspects were arrested during an operation in Lunyo East targeting identified crime spots and suspected criminal hideouts. They are being processed for court.
Police said it will continue with operations, patrols and surveillance in crime-prone areas to prevent criminal activities and apprehend suspects.
