One vandal has been confirmed dead following an incident of electricity vandalism in Nakapinyi Village, Kasenge Parish, Nama Subcounty in Mukono District.
The incident is believed to have occurred during the nights of 18th and 19th November 2025, when a group of unknown individuals attempted to vandalise a high-voltage power transmission tower connected to the Namawojolo power sub-station. During the act, one of the vandals became trapped within the angle bars of the tower and died instantly. His body, dressed in a blue overall, was found hanging on the structure. The vandalism also caused damage to another tower located about half a kilometre away.
A case has been registered at Mukono Police Division . A joint team ERA officers and Police officers visited and examined the scene. Statements have been obtained from residents, photographs captured, and task teams are actively pursuing leads to identify and arrest the other suspects involved.
Preliminary findings indicate that the deceased was part of a group cutting the high-voltage tower structure (pyron), and he was fatally trapped during the collapse attempt.
Efforts are underway to safely retrieve the body for post-mortem and proper profiling. Police are also working to establish the motive, identify all culprits, and ensure their prosecution.
Further updates will be provided as inquiries progress.
ASP Luke Owoyesigyire Deputy Public Relations Officer Kampala Metropolitan Police
