NEWS- The Kampala Metropolitan Police conducted intelligence-led operations in various areas of the capital city to combat crime and resulted into the arrest of 19 suspects.
According Patrick Onyango the Kampala metropolitan deputy police spokesperson, the operations were conducted on 26th November 2024 in Kitintale, Port Bell, Luzira, Kifuufu and Gulf areas.
The Kampala metropolitan deputy police spokesperson revealed that the operations targeted areas well known for criminal activities such as marijuana trade and smoking, burglaries and thefts.
“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 at Central Police Station Kampala 20 suspects arrested for engaging in various criminal activities”, he added.
He noted that the operations were successful with exhibits recovered and suspects charged and detained pending prosecution.
The police aim to maintain public safety and order, especially during the upcoming Christmas festival.