Police have arrested 89 suspects in operations targeting crime-prone areas across Kampala, Wakiso and Mukono districts, recovering suspected stolen property and other exhibits.
The operations targeted suspected hideouts and areas linked to robbery, theft and other criminal activities, Kampala Metropolitan Police said in a statement issued on October 19, 2026.
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 of new shoes, two hoovers, household items, a knife and other exhibits. Some of the recovered property has been identified by complainants, while investigations continue to establish how the items were obtained.
In Kajjansi, Wakiso District, 24 suspects were arrested in an operation covering 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.
In Katwe Division, four suspects were arrested in Zirunumbu during an operation targeting suspected criminal activity.
The operation led to the recovery of an army camouflage uniform, a green hat, 14 bullet cartridges and sticks. Police said the suspects had been charged with unlawful possession of government stores and were awaiting court proceedings.
Entebbe Division recorded the highest number of arrests, with 61 suspects apprehended during an operation in Lunyo East. Police said the operation targeted identified crime spots and suspected hideouts, adding that the suspects were being processed for court.
ASP Luke Owoyesigyire, the Deputy Public Relations Officer for Kampala Metropolitan Police, said police would continue conducting operations, patrols and surveillance to prevent crime and apprehend suspects.
He urged members of the public to report suspicious activities and visit police stations to identify recovered property, presenting proof of ownership where applicable.
Police said investigations into the cases were ongoing and that suspects would be presented before court in accordance with the law.
