In a concerted effort to curb crime, disrupt criminal activities and dismantle criminal gangs, Police in the Kampala Metropolitan Area conducted a series of intelligence-led and targeted operations on 19 August 2026 between midnyt and 05:00am across several identified crime-prone areas. In Mukono, Police conducted operations in Kamwanyi, Ham Mukasa, Kasokosi, Lwanda, Namanve and surrounding […]
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The Police in Nakaseke district has arrested 22 suspects in connection with the alleged unlawful possession of wildlife species and suspected wildlife products. On 17 August 2026 at about 2300 hours, officers at a snap checkpoint intercepted a white Toyota Hiace taxi, registration number UAV 523K, which was carrying hunting equipment, suspected wildlife products and […]
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Police at Katwe are holding five suspects in connection with the theft of a firearm loaded with five rounds of ammunition from a Chinese road construction camp in Bunamwaya, Makindye-Ssabagabo. It is alleged that on 18 August 2026, at around 7:00 a.m., Chandiga Charles, a security guard deployed by Capital Guard and attached to the […]
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The Uganda Police Force notes that children have commenced their second-term holiday in August 2026. While the holiday offers children time to rest, reconnect with families and participate in positive activities, it also presents heightened risks to their safety, welfare and protection. During holiday periods, Police register cases involving violations of children’s rights, sexual violence, […]
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The Uganda Police Force has taken note of complaints from members of the public regarding an online investment platform operating in Uganda under the name “Hut 8.” Preliminary information indicates that individuals were allegedly lured through social media platforms to deposit money with the promise of returns. Some of those who invested are now reportedly […]
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In a continued effort to improve the living conditions and welfare of police officers, the Inspector General of Police, Abas Byakagaba, today inspected the Police Barracks at Nsambya, Kampala. The IGP was accompanied by several senior officers, including the Director of Health Services, AIGP Dr. Moses Byaruhanga, and the Under Secretary, Mr. Aggrey Wunyi, among […]
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Yesterday, the Ag Commander Field Force Unit, CP Herman Owomugisha, met with all Sector Commanders and Zonals from across the country at the Field Force Unit Headquarters in Naguru. The meeting focused on strengthening discipline within the Unit and the Force at large, enhancing coordination and cooperation with local authorities, and promoting effective community policing. […]
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Police in Mbarara have arrested three suspects in connection with a case of shop breaking and theft reported in Mushunga Cell, Kabwesanga Ward, Rubindi-Ruhumba Town Council, Mbarara District. The suspects have been identified as Ahimbitsibwe Joseph, 28; Tumwiine John, approximately 35; and Muhwezi Robert. On 11 August 2026, the complainant rented a house at Kabwesanga […]
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Kampala Metropolitan Police has made significant progress in the investigations into the murder of David Owor captain of sports club villa, with 17 suspects arrested so far in connection with the incident. The suspects comprise three suspected stolen-phone promoters, five key suspects, and nine associates of the prime suspects. During interrogation, the key suspects disclosed […]
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As schools begin breaking off for the holiday, the Uganda Police Force, through the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety, is reminding school administrators, transport operators, drivers, parents, guardians and students to prioritise safety during school transportation. We are aware that some schools use buses to transport students to designated pick-up points, where they are […]
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