Territorial Police at Katwe have recovered 40 motor vehicle batteries following investigations into the theft of batteries from Nyanama Mena Granite Limited in Nyanama Zone, Makindye-Sabagabo Municipality, Wakiso District.
The incident was reported on 7 October 2026 by Ghebrengusi Ezra Bairu, an Eritrean national, who reported that 10 company concrete mixer vehicles had been vandalised and 20 N150 batteries stolen. The incident is believed to have occurred at around 4:00 am when unknown suspects allegedly accessed the company premises using ladders.
Investigations led to the impounding of motor vehicle registration number UAL 499E on 18 October 2026 and the arrest of a suspect identified as Mubiru Farouk. During questioning, the suspect reportedly disclosed that the batteries had been hidden at his premises in Nakawa Market, Nakawa Division.
On 19 October 2026, a team of police officers from Katwe proceeded to the premises and recovered 40 motor vehicle batteries, including the 20 N150 batteries stolen from Nyanama Mena Granite Limited.
The suspect is in police custody as investigations continue, while efforts are underway to apprehend the other suspects still at large.
Police urge companies and members of the public to strengthen security at their premises and promptly report suspicious activities to the police.
ASP LUKE OWOYESIGYIRE DEPUTY PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER FOR KAMPALA METROPOLITAN POLICE
