Kampala Metropolitan Police Commander Issues Directives to Ensure Safety of Motor Cycle Operations

Kampala Metropolitan Police Commander, SCP Stephen Tanui, has been alerted to reports of unauthorized individuals wearing civilian/plain clothes impounding motor cycles. To address this concern and ensure the safety and efficiency of motor cycle operations, the Commander has issued the following directives:

1. All motor cycle operations must be carried out exclusively by police officers in uniform.

2. Traffic Police officers should lead the operation, with support from other uniformed police officers. No police officer, except Traffic Police, is authorized to impound a motor cycle.

3. Any civilian found impounding motor cycles will face immediate arrest and prosecution in court.

4. Motorcyclists are advised not to surrender their motor cycles to individuals in civilian/plain clothes. Instead, they should promptly inform the police about the unauthorized operation's location.

5. All impounded motor cycles must be taken to designated Police Stations and not any other location.

6. Any motor cycles previously impounded by boda leadership in Kampala should be released immediately to their rightful owners or taken to the nearest police station.

These directives are aimed at ensuring the security and transparency of motor cycle operations within Kampala Metropolitan Area. The police request the full cooperation of all residents and motorcyclists in implementing these measures to create a safer environment for everyone.

SSP Patrick Onyango the PRO KMP said, "Your safety is our top priority, and together we can work towards a secure community."