Police at Kajjansi Division are investigating an aggravated robbery that occurred on 11th April 2025 at around 6:20 PM in Lweza Cell A, Ndejje Division, Makindye-Ssabagabo Municipality, Wakiso District.
This follows an incident where two unidentified men on a red Haojue motorcycle (Reg. UGG 774A) attacked a parked Toyota Premio (Reg. UBE 079Z) outside N & M Unisex Salon.
These were armed with an AK-47 rifle, shattered the vehicle’s windows and stole two bags.
While fleeing, they were confronted by a boda boda rider, Tumwesigye Peter (27), who, along with Abdul Swabur (18), who were shot and injured. Both were taken to Mildmay Hospital but Swabur was later referred to Mulago Referral Hospital.
A joint effort by boda boda riders, locals, and police led to the pursuit and neutralization of one suspect.
Recovered at the scene:
- Police managed to recover an AK-47 rifle,
- Red Haojue motorcycle (UGG 774A), One cartridge,
- A national ID (suspected to belong to one of the assailants), Two mobile phones, Red bag (used to conceal firearm) and a Black bag with a ring spanner (belonging to the victim)
“We commend the swift response of the community and boda boda riders”. Said Luke Owoyesigyire the deputy police spokesperson Kampala metropolitan area adding that investigations are still ongoing.
