On 22 August 2026, Police received information regarding an abandoned firearm in a dilapidated building that was undergoing demolition in Kijabijo Cell, Kimwanyi Ward, Kira Municipality, Wakiso District. Police officers from Kasangati responded to the information and recovered an AK-47 rifle together with several rounds of ammunition from the old building. The building, which was […]
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The Police in Ntungamo have recovered two motor vehicle batteries stolen from a vehicle in Cell 08, Ntungamo Ward, Ntungamo Town Council, Ntungamo District. One suspect has been arrested and is in custody, while two prime suspects remain at large pending arrest. The arrested suspect has been identified as Akampwera Kenneth, while the two prime […]
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Nansana Police in Wakiso District have arrested a 34-year-old Congolese national suspected of promoting and dealing in stolen mobile phones. The arrest follows investigations into the theft of an iPhone valued at approximately UGX 3 million, reported at Nansana Police Station on 21 April 2026. Tracing of the stolen phone revealed that it had been […]
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Gen. (Rtd) Katumba Wamala commends the intake for producing dependable and accomplished officers Twenty-five years of service is no ordinary milestone. It is a testament to discipline, sacrifice, resilience, patriotism and an unwavering commitment to duty. Yesterday, members of Cadet Intake 2001 gathered at Skyz Hotel, Naguru, to celebrate 25 remarkable years of service to […]
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Kampala Metropolitan Police South, through Kabalagala Police Division, is investigating a case of murder, attempted murder and arson reported at Kalungu Bunga, Ggaba Parish, Makindye Division, Kampala District. The incident occurred today, 20th August 2026, at about 4:00 a.m. It is alleged that a housemaid was awakened by an alarm and cries for help from […]
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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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