Police have confirmed the killing of Buganda clan head Daniel Bbosa who was shot dead as he returned home on Sunday evening.
According to Kampala Metropolitan deputy police spokesperson, Luke Owoyesigyire, Bbosa, who was also the director of Transa Electrical was fatally shot as he approached his residence at around 6pm in Kikandwa Zone, Lungujja Parish, Lubaga Division.
“ The assailants, riding on a motorcycle, opened fire at Mr. Bbosa's motor vehicle, bearing registration number UAH 637X, resulting in his immediate demise,” Owoyesigyire said.
“During the heinous act, a vigilant local resident bravely intervened, knocking down the assailants' motorcycle and alerting the community. Swiftly, members of the community mobilized, leading to a confrontation with the assailants. Mob justice ensued, resulting in the death of one assailant at the scene, while the other remains in critical condition.”
He said the motive behind the killing is not yet known but said investigations are underway to apprehend the other assailants.
“Furthermore, we have recovered the firearm allegedly used in the murder incident, along with the motorcycle registration number UEX 754E, utilized by the assailants during the attack. These findings will be instrumental in our ongoing investigation.”