A total of 33 suspects have been arrested by Kira Division Police following a targeted night operation aimed at cracking down on individuals involved in the possession of narcotic substances, particularly opium.
The operation, conducted on the night of September 16, 2025, focused on known crime hotspots within the division, including Mbalwa, Kakajjo (Koboko Zone), and Kireku.
According to police, 13 suspects were apprehended in Mbalwa, while 20 others were arrested in Kakajjo and Kireku.
All individuals were taken into custody on charges related to the illegal possession of opium.
Police confirmed that exhibits of the drug were recovered during the sweep and have since been submitted as evidence to aid in prosecution.
Authorities explained that the operation was intelligence-led, with officers mapping out target areas in advance based on criminal activity reports.
Officers were also briefed before deployment to ensure the highest standards of professionalism were maintained throughout the exercise.
Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson SSP Patrick Onyango described the arrests as a major step in dismantling drug-related criminal networks within the division.
He noted that operations like these are part of the Uganda Police Force’s broader strategy to reduce crime through intelligence-driven policing.
Onyango further stated that the success of this operation demonstrates the effectiveness of ongoing enforcement measures and reaffirmed police commitment to conducting similar crackdowns in other high-risk areas to enhance public safety.
By Newsroom
18th Sept 2025
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