Police arrests two suspected car thieves
By Our reporter
RUKUNGIRI – Police in Rukungiri has arrested two suspects for allegedly stealing a car and several number plates. In press statement issued July 30th, 2024, Assistant Commissioner of Police Rusoke Kituuma, Police conducted an intelligence-led operation in response to an increase in vehicle number plate thefts.
“The operation led to the arrest of suspects Mujuni Brian and Arinaitwe Anthony. The operation also to the recovery of the following stolen vehicle number plates UAS 842V, stolen in June 2024, UBQ 0131T, stolen in June 2024, UBA 458C, stolen on July 20, 2024, UBD 908K, stolen on July 20, 2024 and UBB 279S, stolen on July 21, 2024,” he said.
Rusoke said the stolen number plates were recovered with the help of the arrested suspects.
“The operation is ongoing. To combat this trend, car owners are advised to use vehicle tracking devices and fleet monitoring systems. Police also warn mechanics and dealers who facilitate these crimes,” he further explained.
