Police Arrest Motorcycle Theft Ring in Kawempe Division.

 

In a successful operation carried out on April 19th, 2023, the territorial police in Kawempe Division apprehended a group of individuals involved in motorcycle theft in Lugoba Village Urban Council. Acting on a tip-off, the police were able to arrest Mayanja Godfrey, Mukunda Charles, Asiimwe Brian, Katongole Reagan, Tamale Vincent, and Kayemba Elvis, who were found in possession of stolen motorcycles and parts.

Mayanja Godfrey, a self-proclaimed mechanic, was arrested from his residence in Lugoba Village Urban Council, where police discovered stolen items, including two number plates, two pairs of side mirrors, and two number plate guards. He led the police to Mukunda Charles, who was caught with a stolen motorcycle and later confessed to stealing it from his boss. Charles then led the police to Semakau's parking yard, where they recovered another stolen motorcycle.

Further investigations led to the arrest of Asiimwe Brian, who had several stolen items in his possession, including four black helmets, 13 sit guards of motorcycle number plates, six side mirrors, two trucking devices, two ignition switches, and one rope of about 7 meters. Brian led the police to Tamale Vincent, who was also involved in motorcycle theft. Tamale then led the police to Katongole Reagan, who had stolen a motorcycle from Kikoni Makerere.

Kayemba Elvis, a gatekeeper, was also apprehended, and the police recovered a stolen Bajaji boxer motorcycle. The police suspect that there may be more individuals involved in this criminal activity and investigations are ongoing.

The suspects have been charged and are awaiting prosecution, while Aka Mulugwala and others remain at large. The Uganda Police Force is urging the public to come forward with any information that may lead to their arrest. The police commend the public for their cooperation and urge them to continue reporting any suspicious activity to ensure the safety and security of all citizens.