The police have warned the public to be cautious around areas such as Kigambo, located in Namugongo, Kumusanyu, Lukadde, Kyaliwajjala, and Buwate, which are reportedly hotspots for individuals causing disturbances in parts surrounding Kira.
The police spokesperson, Kituuma Rusoke, reported that during an operation carried out by the Uganda Peoples Defence Force-UPDF together with Kira Police on the August 26,2024, 63 youths were arrested and taken to court after being found smoking powdered opium.
“On August 24, 2024, Kira police and the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) conducted operations in the areas of Kigambo in Mbalwa, Nsawo zone, Kumusenyu in Lukadde Kyaliwajjala, and Buwaate. These locations were identified as hiding spots for criminals planning illegal activities,” Rusoke said.
During the operation, several suspects were caught in the act of smoking opium. A total of 63 individuals were arrested.
“Of those arrested, 51 were charged with opium possession and taken to court where they were further remanded and 12 were cautioned during the screening process,” he added.
According to police, other areas to watch are Katanga and Kasubi slums, Nansana, Kyengera and Katwe. The areas are harboring many drug addicts and robbery of passer-by there is rampant.
