In an effort to disrupt criminal gangs operating within the Kampala Metropolitan Area, Police at Kira Division, in coordination with sister security agencies, conducted a targeted operation in the Buwate–Najjera area of Kira Municipality on 29th January 2026 at about 10:00 p.m.
During the operation, ten suspects were arrested red-handed while smoking suspected narcotic substances inside a wooden structure. Exhibits, including rolled sticks and powdered leaves suspected to be narcotics, were recovered at the scene.
Preliminary findings indicate that the suspects reportedly consume narcotic substances before engaging in criminal activities such as waylaying pedestrians and stoning moving vehicles. The suspects are currently in police custody pending court proceedings.
A case of possession of narcotic substances, to wit opium, has been registered against them. Police operations will continue during and after the election period to ensure public safety and security.
