In Summary: Police have arrested 14 suspects in an operation targeting the alleged illegal siphoning and sale of fuel in Kibuli, Kampala. Officers recovered 192 jerrycans containing suspected fuel residues, 16 containers of suspected fuel, 24 siphoning tubes, two motorcycles and three motor vehicles. Samples have been taken for forensic analysis as investigations continue.
Kampala, Uganda — Police in Kampala have arrested 14 suspects in an operation targeting the alleged illegal siphoning of fuel from motor vehicles and its resale to motorists in Kibuli, Makindye Division.
The arrests followed a search and cordon operation conducted on November 2, 2026, by Kampala Metropolitan Police through Kabalagala Police Division in Kitoro and Agip zones, Kibuli Parish.
According to KMP Deputy Spokesperson, ASP Luke Owoyesigyire, the operation targeted individuals suspected of extracting fuel from vehicles and selling it illegally to motorists.
During the operation, officers recovered 192 jerrycans containing suspected fuel residues, 16 containers of suspected fuel and 24 fuel-siphoning tubes.
Police also impounded two motorcycles and three motor vehicles believed to be connected to the activities under investigation.
The recovered exhibits and impounded vehicles were taken to Kabalagala Police Station, while samples of the suspected fuel were collected for forensic analysis to establish their composition and determine whether they had been contaminated.
Mr Owoyesigyire said the 14 suspects were arrested to assist with investigations into the alleged unlawful dealing in petroleum products, with investigations ongoing, and that further updates would be provided as more information becomes available.
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