Police Arrest Five Suspects Linked to School Robberies and Security Guard Murders in Wakiso District

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Police in Gayaza have taken into custody five individuals suspected of involvement in a string of school robberies and security guard murders in Wakiso District. The suspects, who allegedly belonged to a gang, were arrested after a tip-off from the public. The group had been targeting schools and security personnel in the district, with the latest incident occurring in Kasangati.

Key Takeaways:

  • Five suspects have been arrested in connection with school robberies and security guard murders in Wakiso District.
  • The suspects were part of a gang that had been targeting schools and security personnel in the district.
  • The group allegedly planned to shift their activities from Kasangati to Namugongo Division in Wakiso District.
  • Police recovered eight sharpened pangas, six pit axes, five spanners, two Bajaj motorcycles, and a box of nails during the operation.
  • One of the suspects allegedly told police that their intention was to rob and raise money to start a business in Kampala City.
  • The suspects have been detained at Kasangati police station on charges of murder and aggravated robbery.
  • The police are conducting further investigations into the matter.

Statistics:

  • At least two Bajaj motorcycles were recovered from the suspects.
  • Eight sharpened pangas and six pit axes were recovered from the suspects.
  • Five spanners were recovered from the suspects.
  • A box of nails was recovered from the suspects.
  • The suspects allegedly robbed a school last month.
  • The group planned to shift their activities from Kasangati to Namugongo Division in Wakiso District.

Sources:

  • Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Luke Owoyesigyire, Kampala Metropolitan Police Deputy spokesperson
  • A source close to the investigations (identity not disclosed for anonymity)