Police in Kyotera have recovered 40 suspected stolen television sets, six smartphones, and three decoders during an intelligence-led operation conducted by the Territorial Police at Kyotera Central Police Station under the Masaka East Region.
The operation, carried out on Friday, May 22, 2025, led to the arrest of Joseph Muwonge, also known as “Jose,” and Ibrahim Khasim, 26, a resident of Kisamula Zone in Kyotera Town.
According to Masaka Regional Police spokesperson Twaha Kasirye, investigations began after intelligence information linked Muwonge to a group allegedly involved in breaking into homes and stealing household property, particularly electronic appliances.
During interrogation, Muwonge reportedly informed investigators that the stolen items were being stored at premises owned by Khasim Ibrahim before being sold to different buyers.
Police later conducted a search at the premises and recovered the suspected stolen items, which the suspects allegedly failed to account for satisfactorily.
“The operation was intelligence-led and enabled police to recover a number of electronic items suspected to have been stolen from different households,” SP Kasirye said.
The scene of crime was documented by the Scene of Crime Officer (SOCO) team, and all recovered exhibits were handed over to Kyotera Central Police Station as investigations continue.
“We are continuing with investigations to identify and arrest the other accomplices who are still at large,” Kasirye added.
