Police Unveil New Sub-County Policing Model to Strengthen National Security
In an effort to enhance security nationwide, the Uganda Police Force is set to implement a new sub-county policing model. This initiative was announced on Tuesday October 2,2024 by SCP Musana John Geoffrey, the Deputy Director in charge of Construction Estates and Land Management in the Directorate of Logistics and Engineering of the Uganda Police Force. This was during the commissioning of a new Central Police Station in Sheema district.
The new model will entail closing existing police stations in various sub-counties and consolidating operations into a single, well-equipped sub-county police station. Musana acknowledged the current shortage of personnel but assured that recruitment efforts are underway to address the staffing challenges faced by police posts.
During the announcement, Sheema district Deputy Resident District Commissioner Sam Orikunda revealed that domestic violence has become a significant concern in the district often leading to land disputes that can escalate into murder. He urged religious leaders to engage in counseling within family units to help mitigate these issues.
Additionally, Dicksons Kateshumbwa, the Member of Parliament for Sheema Municipality cautioned police officers to avoid mismanagement of case files and emphasized the importance of effectively managing crime in the area.
