Suspected robber shot dead in Nakivubo water channel

The Kampala Metropolitan Police, in collaboration with the Directorate of Crime Intelligence, executed a targeted intelligence-led operation along Nakuvubo water channel in a bid to arrest criminals behind motorbike related robberies targeting foreigners.

KMP Deputy Spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire revealed that Dlduring the operation, a group of suspected thugs was apprehended.

“However, in the process of securing the suspects for transport, three individuals managed to evade custody by fleeing into the water channel. In an attempt to prevent their escape, law enforcement discharged bullets, resulting in injuries to one suspect, identified as Okello Abu,” he said.

He noted that despite immediate medical attention, Okello succumbed to the sustained injuries and his body was conveyed to city mortuary Mulago for a Postmortem investigation .

According to Owoyesigyire, the remaining arrested suspect, Yoram Mwebesa provided crucial information during interrogation.

“This led the task force to Kamwokya, where Yahaya Ssenyonga was apprehended, and a motorcycle with registration number UEZ 855H was recovered,” he said.

He added that investigations revealed that the motorcycle was utilized in the recent robbery along Ssezibwa road on November 15, 2023, where Mr. He Wei, a Chinese National, was robbed of 190,000 USD by a gang on motorcycles.

“Through meticulous review of CCTV footage, it was confirmed that the arrested suspect, Ssenyonga Yahaya, was indeed seen riding the same motorcycle that was recovered” said Owoyesigyire.

He said the ongoing pursuit aims to apprehend the entire group involved in the criminal activities and thorough legal proceedings will be pursued.

Owoyesigyire further urged businesses within the Kampala Metropolitan area to exercise caution when transporting large sums of cash.

“Security escorts are available and can be requested to ensure safe transactions.”