By Sekaggya Seka Moses
In a bid to combat rising crime rates in the capital city, the Kampala Metropolitan Police conducted a series of intelligence-led operations in various areas, resulting in the arrest of 116 suspects.
On November 26, 2024, operations were carried out in Kitintale, Portbell, Luzira, Kifuufu, and Gulf areas, known hotspots for criminal activities such as marijuana trade and smoking, burglaries, and thefts.
A total of 19 suspects were arrested during these operations.
Additional operations were conducted in other areas, including Kira Division, where 30 suspects were arrested for possession of opium.
In Mukono, 47 suspects were arrested for possession of marijuana and other crimes, while 20 suspects were arrested at Central Police Station, Kampala, for engaging in various criminal activities.
The operations were deemed successful, with exhibits recovered and suspects charged and detained pending prosecution.
According to Patrick Onyango, SSP Police spokesperson for Kampala Metropolitan, the police aim to maintain public safety and order, especially during the upcoming Christmas festival.
