Police in Kabale District have arrested five suspects for allegedly vandalizing the 132 KV Mirama-Kabale-Karukara double circuit transmission line.
Kabale District Police Commander, SP Charles Okello, confirmed the arrests and stated that the suspects, whose identities have been withheld to protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation, are believed to have acted as transporters for the individuals involved in the vandalism.
He added that the suspects are scheduled to be transferred to Kampala today to face charges before the Standards and Utilities Court at Buganda Road.
SP Okello described the vandalism as a detrimental act that hinders development efforts, particularly in a region facing power shortages. He revealed that police recovered bolts, nuts, and angle bars – marked items that had been stolen from electric pylons in Kaharo and Kyanamira sub-counties.
He issued a stern warning to those involved in sabotaging development in the region, stating that such actions will not be tolerated.
The construction of the 132 KV Mirama-Kabale-Karukara double circuit transmission line was undertaken by CCC International Engineering Nigeria Limited.
