14 detained as police bust fuel siphoning ring in Kampala

14 detained as police bust fuel siphoning ring in Kampala

The police operation was triggered by reports indicating that drivers were routinely taking official vehicles to hidden premises in the area to drain their fuel tanks

Police seize 208 fuel containers, arrest 14 in Kampala

In a statement, Kampala Metropolitan Police Deputy Public Relations Officer, ASP Luke Owoyesigyire, said the 14 suspects were arrested to assist with investigations into the alleged unlawful dealing in petroleum products.

Police Arrest 14 Over Illegal Fuel Siphoning

KAMPALA – Police have arrested 14 suspects during an intelligence-led operation targeting individuals allegedly involved in illegally siphoning fuel from motor vehicles and selling it to unsuspecting motorists in Kampala. The operation was conducted on November 2, 2026, in Kitoro and Agip Zones, Kibuli Parish, Makindye Division, by Kampala Metropolitan Police through Kabalagala Police Division. […]

POLICE STATEMENT ON THE ARREST OF 14 SUSPECTS OVER UNLAWFUL DEALING IN PETROLEUM PRODUCTS

Kampala Metropolitan Police, through Kabalagala Police Division, conducted a search and cordon operation on 2nd November 2026 in Kitoro and Agip Zones, Kibuli Parish, Makindye Division, targeting individuals suspected of illegally siphoning fuel from motor vehicles and selling it to motorists. During the operation, 14 suspects were arrested to assist with investigations. Police recovered 192 […]