Tag: Arrest

High Court Gives Attorney General Two Weeks to Report on Sam Mugumya’s Whereabouts 

Court
Mugumya, a former aide to former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye, has previously been at the center of politically charged cases. His latest case comes at a time of heightened scrutiny over reports of enforced disappearances and prolonged detention without trial.

Uganda-Kenya Tourism Summit Opens in Mombasa, Calls for Seamless Cross-Border Travel

Regional
Ambassador Ssentongo reaffirmed Ugandan government’s commitment to strengthening cross-border tourism cooperation, noting that tourism is central to the country’s Ten-Fold Growth Strategy, which aims to grow the economy from US$50 billion to US$500 billion by 2040. He called for practical, time-bound solutions to trade barriers affecting tourism and regional business competitiveness.
Crime

Police Arrest 89 Suspects During Disruptive Operations in KMP

“Suspected stolen property was recovered, including two television sets, a bag of new shoes, two hoovers, household items, a knife and other exhibits. Some of the recovered property has already been identified by complainants, while investigations continue to establish the circumstances under which the items were obtained,” ASP Owoyesigyire said.
Crime

124 Drivers Arrested in Nationwide Drink-Driving Crackdown

“Our message is clear: If you drink alcohol, do not drive,” Kananura said, warning that police would not allow anyone to endanger lives through drink-driving.
Court

MITOOMA: Local Gov’t Officials Charged Over Mismanagement of Public...

“It is alleged that between 17 and 30 June 2026, at the Mitooma District Local Government offices, the accused diverted part of the funds to pay UGX31,162,400 for fuel that was never supplied, as well as allowances for road works that were allegedly never carried out. This resulted in a loss of UGX45,066,400 to government,” SHACH said.
National News

Mabonga Will Be Arrested and Brought to Military Justice-Col...

“Eventually, his AWOL status was upgraded to desertion, and he has been on the run since. In addition, Lt Mabonga is wanted on criminal allegations of extortion of funds from business groups and individuals in Kampala and other areas, as well as involvement in fraudulent land transactions and forgeries of land titles,” Col Magezi added. 
Crime

22 Arrested in Nakaseke Over Alleged Illegal Wildlife Possession

Twiineamazima said the exhibits included hunting nets, spears, pangas, knives, unidentified roots and leaves, smoked and fresh suspected wild meat, three pairs of oribi horns, five bushbuck horns and porcupine quills.
Crime

Two More Arrested Over Murder of SC Villa Captain...

Police believe the incident was robbery-related, with Owori’s mobile phone among the property taken from him. The stolen phone subsequently became a key lead in the investigation. Detectives traced the device, leading to the arrest of the first two suspects before expanding the probe to individuals believed to have handled or purchased it.
Crime

13-Year-Old TikToker Arrested in Lyantonde Over Posts Allegedly Inciting...

According to the police, preliminary investigations indicate that the teenager had been posting videos containing vulgar and offensive language, which investigators believe amounted to incitement to violence and the promotion of sectarianism. Police also described the content as inappropriate, particularly given the suspect’s age.
Crime

Two Drivers Arrested for Overloading Buses Transporting Pupils for...

“The two drivers have since been charged with the relevant traffic offenses and are currently detained at Kampala CPS pending appearance before court and Police is working with the school management to ensure pupils are safely transported to their destination using appropriate means of transport,” Kananura said.
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