Police arrest 123 in Mwanza crackdown

MWANZA: MWANZA Regional Police have arrested 123 suspects in a month-long crackdown targeting criminal activities across the region.

Regional Police Commander, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Wilbroad Mutafungwa, said the operations were conducted throughout September to prevent crime, apprehend suspects and strengthen public safety.

Among those arrested were five suspects linked to rape and sodomy, 30 found with suspected stolen property and 41 accused of gambling and engaging in criminal activities.

Another 22 suspects were arrested for motorcycle theft and night-time housebreaking, while police also detained nine people over marijuana, 11 over illegal alcohol, four for livestock theft and one suspect found with government trophies without a permit.

“The operations are intended to identify, prevent and solve crimes while protecting citizens and their property,” Commander Mutafungwa said.