The suspects were immediately taken into custody as investigations commenced to establish their intentions and whether they were linked to any planned criminal activity in the area.
Police in the Kampala Metropolitan Area have arrested two suspects who were found armed with a panga near the Total petrol station in Kabuusu, Lubaga Division in Kampala district on the night of 26th February 2026, following a swift response to a tip-off from a vigilant private security officer.
According to preliminary reports, at around 9:00 p.m., a vehicle bearing registration number UBG 514R approached the petrol station, briefly stopped, and then drove away. Approximately ten minutes later, the same vehicle returned and dropped off two men opposite the station before speeding off.
The unusual movements caught the attention of the operations manager of Folalicon Security Company, who was monitoring the area. He observed the two men behaving suspiciously and noticed that one of them was armed with a panga. Sensing potential danger, he quickly moved to alert police officers who were on beat duty at the traffic lights in Kabuusu.
Motorcycle patrol officers responded without delay. Acting on the description provided, they intercepted the two suspects a short distance from the petrol station. Upon conducting a search, officers recovered a panga in their possession.
The suspects were immediately taken into custody as investigations commenced to establish their intentions and whether they were linked to any planned criminal activity in the area.
Police have commended the private security officer for his vigilance and timely reporting, noting that such cooperation between the public and law enforcement is crucial in preventing crime.
Further details are expected to be released as inquiries continue.