The Uganda Police Force, with other law enforcement agencies, is is conducting operations to identify, arrest and prosecute suspects accused of stealing Parish Development Model (PDM) funds. PDM is a flagship government initiative designed to facilitate the transition of subsistence households into the monetary economy. Funding is distributed via SACCOs at the parish level. Theft […]
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Inter-agency enforcement of Executive Order No. 3 of 2023 (19 May 2023) is underway. It bans charcoal burning and trade in West Nile, Northern Uganda, Karamoja and Teso sub-Region. In Amuru District, an operation was conducted on 6 October 2026 in Pabbo Town Council, Opara Sub- County and Atiak Town Council. In Pabbo Town Council, […]
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The Territorial Police in Nyendo Division, Masaka East, have arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of Natukunda Jackline, a resident of Lukaya, and other related murder cases. On 29th September 2026, a human head wrapped in a white polythene bag was reportedly dumped at Kako Cell, along the Kako–Mukungwe Road in Nyendo-Mukungwe Division. […]
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The Territorial Police in North Kyoga Region, at Lira City East Division, are investigating a fatal gas cylinder explosion that claimed the lives of two mechanics and left three other people injured at Ireda Central Park Cell, Lira City, on 10 October 2026 at approximately 1800 hours. The deceased have been identified as Okabo James […]
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Police in Kyegegwa District are investigating a triple murder that occurred on 7 October 2026 at Karokalungi LC I, Kyamagaba Parish, Nkanja Sub-county, Kyegegwa District, in which three people were brutally killed. The deceased have been identified as Kansiime Christine, 28, her daughter, Miracle, aged one year and three months, and Joan A, 19, a […]
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Following intelligence gathered regarding suspected criminal activities along the Northern Bypass, particularly around Busega and Kyengera Flyover, an intelligence-led operation was conducted on 7 October 2026, between 1900hrs and 2300hrs, to address suspected criminal activity during the evening traffic hours. The operation covered the following areas: – Northern Bypass; – Busega Fish Market, including cinema […]
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Police at Nansana have arrested and detained two suspects in connection with the alleged kidnapping for ransom of a 10-year-old child and the theft of motor vehicle registration number UA 229AR, a silver Subaru Impreza. Both the child and the vehicle have been recovered. The incident occurred on 4 October 2026 at about 1400hrs in […]
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We are holding FAISAL KIMULI, a prime suspect in an online fraud scheme targeting foreign tourists through a purported car-hire and tour company, FK Car Rental. On 16 August 2026, a Russian tourist reported to the Uganda Tourism Board that he had paid USD 2,215 to FK Car Rental for the hire of a vehicle […]
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Police in Ibanda have successfully arrested a prime suspect in connection with a murder case that occurred in Ibanda District on 25 June 2026. The arrest has also led to the recovery of the deceased’s mobile phone, which is expected to provide valuable leads as investigations continue. Meanwhile, Police continue to strengthen community engagement as […]
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Today, the Inspector General of Police, Abas Byakagaba, accompanied by the Director of Operations, AIGP Frank Mwesigwa, conducted an operational assessment and engagement with police officers in the districts of Kazo, Ibanda, Kagadi and Kyankwanzi. The visit followed concerns raised by political leaders and members of the public over crimes in the affected areas, including […]
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