Police in Kamuli have arrested nine individuals, including a clinical officer, on charges of aggravated robbery.
The intelligence-led operation, conducted on March 22, 2025, led to the recovery of two guns, two magazines, and other suspected stolen items.
The arrested suspects have been identified as Fred Wambi, a resident of Bukolobe Zone, Kasaigo Ward, Kamuli Municipality; Grace Mugaya alias Lwambaaga Jordan, a clinical officer; Susan Kwagala; Godfrey Ayazika; Aziz Namungoma; and Sosi Pateri Boyi, all residents of Butongole Village in Bugweri District.
Others include Godfrey Mukasa, also from Butongole Village; Henry Wamubiligwe of Bulumba Village, Iganga District; and Stephen Basalirwa of Kawete, Namugalwe Sub-county in Iganga District.
According to police, intelligence reports indicated that on March 20, 2025, at around 10:00 AM, Wambi was spotted transporting suspected firearms from Namwendwa to Bukolobe Cell, Kamuli Municipality.
The following day, he allegedly took the items to his brother’s residence in Bugweri District.
A coordinated police operation, spanning Kamuli and Bugweri, led to the arrest of Wambi, his brother Mugaya, and seven other suspected associates. A search of the premises resulted in the recovery of two firearms and two magazines with live ammunition.
Other items seized include two motor vehicles—a Land Cruiser (Reg. No. UAZ 656B) and a Toyota Hiace (Reg. No. UDR 580P)—several motor vehicle number plates, two television sets, and four new mattresses.
Busoga North Police Spokesperson ASP Michael Kasadha revealed that the suspects are believed to be part of a criminal gang responsible for a series of aggravated robberies across the Busoga region.
“We commend the community members for their cooperation in sharing vital information that led to this successful operation,” said ASP Kasadha.
Police have assured residents of continued efforts to dismantle criminal networks and enhance security in the region.