David GOMBE
The Uganda Police Drive has made important progress within the investigation into the homicide and theft of former SC Villa captain David Owori, who was attacked close to his residence on 4th August 2026.
In line with Police, Owori was waylaid close to his residence, robbed of his cell phone and different private belongings, and later succumbed to his accidents.
By an intelligence-led operation, Police traced the deceased’s cell phone, resulting in the identification of people suspected of dealing in stolen digital units.
The restoration of the telephone and additional intelligence gathered led to the arrest of seven (7) suspects allegedly linked to Owori’s homicide and different violent robberies in Nsambya, Nabisaalu and Makindye.
Police mentioned investigations have established that stolen telephones and different units are sometimes channeled by networks of people who purchase, hold, promote or conceal property whose possession can’t be satisfactorily defined a bootleg commerce that creates a prepared marketplace for prison gangs.
4 of the suspects Ahumuza David, Lubega Martin, Ssegawa Francis and Munguci Elvis have been strongly linked to different crime scenes, together with the alleged theft of a Congolese nationwide who was assaulted with a blunt object and robbed of a cell phone and different property in Makindye Division on 4th August 2026, the identical evening Owori was attacked.
Additional investigations have additionally linked Ahumuza David and Magumba Arafat to an aggravated theft case involving Mugisha Edrisa who was allegedly struck with a blunt object throughout a theft in Makindye Division on thirty first July 2026.
The Police have strongly cautioned the general public towards shopping for cellphones, tablets, computer systems, SIM playing cards, id paperwork, luggage and different valuables whose supply or possession is uncertain.
“A number of the gadgets bought cheaply on the unlawful market are property stolen from victims of violent robberies. Some victims have been severely injured whereas others, together with the late David Owor, have tragically misplaced their lives,” Police mentioned in an announcement.
Police Advisory:
•Purchase digital units solely from recognized and legit sellers
•Be cautious of unusually low-cost gadgets and rushed transactions
•The place doable, confirm the IMEI or serial quantity earlier than buy
•Instantly report suspected stolen property to the closest Police station
Police mentioned operations focusing on the illicit commerce in suspected stolen digital units are ongoing, and urged members of the general public who’ve misplaced property to offer proof of possession when searching for restoration.
The general public has been urged to stay vigilant and to promptly report suspicious individuals and actions to assist disrupt the marketplace for stolen property.
