Kampala, Uganda – The Kampala Metropolitan Police have apprehended 21 suspects, including two females, in connection with a string of robberies and assaults that occurred along the National Theatre and UBC roundabout area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The suspects, disguised in yellow T-shirts, targeted unsuspecting pedestrians, motorists, and businesspeople heading to Kyadondo to witness the nomination of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on June 28, 2025, around 2:00 pm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to Police Spokesperson Patrick Onyango, the gang’s modus operandi involved waylaying victims, robbing them of their valuables, and in some cases, assaulting them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Acting on intelligence and utilizing CCTV footage, the police tracked and intercepted the suspects in various areas of Kampala. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Onyango confirmed that the arrested individuals are currently being held at CPS Kampala and Wandegeya Police Station, undergoing interrogation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Police are investigating simple robbery and assault cases, with victims recording statements and reviewing CCTV footage to identify additional suspects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
“We are working tirelessly to ensure that our streets are safe for everyone. We urge anyone with information about these suspects or who was a victim of their crimes to come forward and assist us in building a strong case against them,” Onyango said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Meanwhile, one suspect sustained injuries while attempting to flee from the police during the arrest and is currently receiving medical attention at a nearby health facility.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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