David GOMBE

The Uganda Police Pressure 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 dwelling, robbed of his cell phone and different private belongings, and later succumbed to his accidents.

By means of an intelligence-led operation, Police traced the deceased’s cell phone, resulting in the identification of people suspected of dealing in stolen digital gadgets.

The restoration of the cellphone 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 stated investigations have established that stolen telephones and different gadgets are sometimes channeled via 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 legal 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 night time 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 in opposition to shopping for cell phones, tablets, computer systems, SIM playing cards, identification paperwork, baggage and different valuables whose supply or possession is uncertain.

“A number of the objects offered cheaply on the unlawful market are property stolen from victims of violent robberies. Some victims have been significantly injured whereas others, together with the late David Owor, have tragically misplaced their lives,” Police stated in a press release.

Police Advisory:

•Purchase digital gadgets solely from recognized and legit sellers
•Be cautious of unusually low cost objects 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 stated operations concentrating on the illicit commerce in suspected stolen digital gadgets 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.