Police Dismantles Mukono Robbery Gang

Kampala Metropolitan Police East has dismantled a violent robbery gang that had been terrorizing residents in Mukono Municipality and surrounding areas. The operation led to the arrest of six suspects and later, the alleged ringleader.

The gang, locally known as "Eggaali," reportedly used weapons such as knives, pangas, and pavers to attack victims. They are accused of stealing mobile phones, cash, laptops, and other valuables, particularly along Kayunga Road and in the Kusatu, Nasuuti, and Wantoni areas of Mukono.

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Through intelligence-led investigations, we identified and arrested one of the suspects who later provided information that enabled us to trace other members of the gang and their hideout.

The police launched investigations after a resident reported being attacked and robbed on May 25, 2026. Through intelligence-led efforts, police arrested Vian Muhanguzi, who then provided information leading to the apprehension of other gang members and their hideout in Kigombya Cell. The arrested suspects include David Mubiru, Solomon Kizito, Ssemanda Junior, Paul Muyomba, and Mark Okumu.

During a search of the hideout, police recovered a significant cache of items, including a Burdizzo, pruning machine, hammer, scissors, six wristwatches, suspected opium, counterfeit currency, 18 SIM cards, and numerous knives. The alleged ringleader, Brian Lubanga, was arrested as investigations expanded. Police spokesperson SP Racheal Kawala stated that the operation is a "significant breakthrough" and that investigations are ongoing to identify other members of the criminal network.

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This operation marks a significant breakthrough in our efforts to combat violent crime in Mukono. Investigations remain ongoing as we continue to pursue other members of the criminal network.