By Robert Segawa
Police in Katwe Division have intensified a crackdown on suspected stolen motorcycles, many of which are reportedly dismantled at Muganzirwaza in Wansanso Zone, Makindye Division.
The operations are being led by Katwe Division Police Commander, SP Innocent Mubangizi, as part of ongoing efforts to combat the long-standing vice in the area.
The latest crackdown has led to the recovery of hidden number plates and dismantled spare parts. The operation, which began last Friday, is still ongoing.
According to Kampala Metropolitan Deputy Police Spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire, further searches were conducted on April 22, 2026, starting at around 9:00 a.m. Eight shops were cordoned off and searched, resulting in the recovery of additional spare parts believed to be linked to approximately 200 suspected stolen motorcycles.
Recovered items include:
- 28 Ugandan motorcycle number plates
- 8 tracking devices
- 3 unidentified number plates
- 1 South Sudan number plate
- 3 Kenyan motorcycle number plates
- 3 intact motorcycles with tampered number plates
Owoyesigyire also revealed that another operation was conducted on Thursday evening to apprehend suspects connected to the recovered items.
One suspect, Kavuma Faisal, was arrested at Shell Kibuye. A search of his shop led to the recovery of a brand-new motorcycle without a number plate, along with several spare parts.
Another suspect, Sonko Alex, a resident of Kinawa in Nateete, was arrested after being found in possession of a red Bajaj Boxer motorcycle (registration number UFC 830R), suspected to have been stolen from Nsangi.
A third suspect, Matovu Mike, was later arrested by crime intelligence officers in Ndeeba in connection with the same operation.
Police have called on the business community in the area to cooperate in identifying individuals involved in suspicious or criminal activities.
Investigations are ongoing, with more efforts underway to recover stolen motorcycles and apprehend additional suspects.
“Police remain committed to combating motorcycle theft and dismantling criminal networks involved in the illegal spare parts trade,” Owoyesigyire said.
