21 detained in Kabale
Police in Kabale district have detained 21 suspects allegedly involved in a series of criminal activities within the area including robberies, burglaries, thefts, possession and smoking of opium and bag snatching from travelers. The operations which were intelligence-led took place between Friday Sept 12 and last night.
According to ASP Elly Maate, the Kigezi region police spokesperson, among the suspects are individuals recently released from Ndorwa Prison who are now back in circulation as well as those listed on security wanted lists. Those arrested include; Owamani Martin, Asiimwe Osbert, Kirabo Alex, Aryamba Elijah and Byaruhanga Ronald. These are linked to different robbery cases. Other suspects Akankwasa Martin, Nuwagaba Joshua, Naturinda Obedi and Akankwasa Gerald are believed to be involved in possession and smoking of opium.
The suspects were arrested from various locations including Mwisi Kitumba sub-county, Kigongi area, around the stadium and Mwanjari areas. During searches at their residences, police recovered several properties, including laptops, TVs, gas cylinders, clothes and other assorted items which have been brought to Kabale Central Police Station for identification.
ASP Maate emphasized that the operations will continue across the region to dismantle criminal networks. He also urged residents to cooperate with security agencies and local leaders by providing any vital information that could lead to the arrest of other suspects and help restore peace and security in the area.
