In a shocking case of attempted fraud, three suspects have been arraigned in court for allegedly forging documents and trying to defraud a prominent pastor of over UGX 130 million. The suspects, identified as Kintu Aggrey alias Werage Kenneth, Isiko Moses alias Isabirye Moses, and Nuwagira Herman, appeared before the KCCA Grade 1 Magistrate’s Court this week.
The trio, together with others still at large, are accused of targeting Prophet David Frederick Isanga between March and October 2025. They reportedly forged a letter purportedly from the State House Anti-Corruption Unit, dated October 3, 2025, and served it to Pastor Isanga in a bid to gain his trust and extract money from him.
Authorities say the suspects misrepresented themselves as officers of the State House Anti-Corruption Unit, using the fake letter to appear credible. Investigators believe the fraud attempt was carefully planned to deceive the pastor into handing over a substantial sum of money.
The case was brought to light by @AntiGraft_SH, which worked closely with the Criminal Investigations Directorate (@CID1_UG) and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (@ODPPUGANDA). These agencies have been cracking down on impersonation, forgery, and financial scams targeting prominent figures in Uganda.
The suspects are charged with Forgery, Uttering False Documents, and Personation, serious offences under Ugandan law that carry heavy penalties. Magistrates emphasized the severity of targeting spiritual leaders, noting that such crimes undermine public trust in both institutions and religious leadership.
During the brief court session, the suspects were remanded in custody until November 13, 2025, pending further investigations and the continuation of hearings. Authorities are continuing efforts to apprehend the other suspects still at large.
Officials have warned the public to be cautious of unsolicited letters, phone calls, or messages claiming to be from government institutions, especially when they request money or personal information. “We urge citizens to verify any communication from official offices before taking action,” the Anti-Graft spokesperson said.
This case has attracted attention on social media and among religious communities, as many are concerned about the growing trend of scammers impersonating government officials to exploit unsuspecting citizens.
Experts say such fraud schemes often involve elaborate forgeries, including fake letterheads and signatures, to appear legitimate. “The sophistication of these scams highlights the need for vigilance, particularly among individuals handling large sums of money,” a legal analyst noted.
As investigations continue, law enforcement agencies have reiterated their commitment to protecting citizens and religious leaders from fraud. The arraignment of the three suspects sends a strong signal that impersonation and forgery will not be tolerated, and perpetrators will face the full weight of the law.
