By Nanteza Ruth Walusimbi
IGANGA
The territorial Police in Iganga have arrested two suspects and recovered four motorcycles and assorted spare parts suspected to be stolen, during an intelligence-led operation in Iganga District.
The operation followed information from the public and leadership of Iganga Municipality Boda-boda Association on Wednesday 26th August 2026 about a suspicious dealer selling second-hand motorcycles without clear proof of ownership.
The suspects have been identified as Musenze Arafat 32, resident of Lwerera Village, Nawanyingi Sub-county and Kuzegera Joshua 57, motorcycle dealer, resident of Bukoyo Village, Bulamagi Sub-county in Iganga district.
Four motorcycles – Reg Nos. UDL 920P, UEC 298T, UDH 668H and one unregistered blue motorcycle – and large quantities of dismantled spare parts including 22 front shock absorbers, 06 engine blocks, 13 engine housings, 23 sprocket seats, 07 carburetors, 08 air cleaner boxes, number plate UDR 173Z, and a bag containing 04 logbooks and sale agreements.
Busoga East Regional Police Spokesperson ASP Kasadha Micheal said preliminary findings indicate the suspects have been dealing in second-hand motorcycles since 2014, claiming to buy from brockers in Tororo without proper documentation.
“One of the motorcycles, Reg. No. UDL 920P, had earlier been genuinely sold on instalment to one Mulindwa Isa, but the seller later falsely reported it stolen at Nakalama Police Station after a payment dispute.” Said ASP Kasadha.
The suspects are currently detained at Iganga Central Police Station on charges of Being in Possession of Suspected Stolen Property vide Iganga SD Ref 94/26/08/2026.
Police commended the boda-boda Association leadership and the community for the timely information and calls upon members of the public who may have lost motorcycles to report to Iganga CPS to assist in verification.
Investigations are ongoing, including verification of the recovered logbooks and extension of search to other premises. The suspects will be arraigned in court upon completion of investigations.
Police strongly warns those dealing in second-hand motorcycles to ensure proper documentation and avoid handling suspected stolen property.
