The Uganda Police Force has made significant progress in the investigation into the murder and robbery of David Owor, former captain of Sports Club Villa, who was attacked near his residence on 4 August 2026, robbed of his mobile phone and other personal belongings, and later succumbed to his injuries.
Through an intelligence-led operation, Police traced the deceased’s mobile phone, leading to the identification of individuals suspected of dealing in stolen electronic devices.
Investigations have established that stolen phones and other electronic devices are often channelled through networks of individuals who buy, keep, sell or conceal property whose ownership or source cannot be satisfactorily explained. This illicit trade creates a ready market for criminal gangs and encourages them to continue committing violent crimes.
The recovery of the deceased’s phone, together with further intelligence gathered during the investigations, led to the arrest of seven (7) suspects allegedly linked to the murder of David Owor and other violent robberies in Nsambya, Nabisaalu and Makindye.
Four of the suspects—Ahumuza David, Lubega Martin, Ssegawa Francis and Munguci Elvis—have been strongly linked to other crime scenes, including the alleged robbery of a Congolese national who was reportedly assaulted with a blunt object and robbed of a mobile phone and other property in Makindye Division on 4 August 2026, the same night the late David Owor was attacked.
Further investigations have also linked some of the suspects to previous violent crime incidents. In particular, Ahumuza David and Magumba Arafat have been connected to an aggravated robbery case involving Mugisha Edrisa, who was allegedly struck with a blunt object during the robbery in Makindye Division on 31 July 2026.
We strongly caution members of the public against buying mobile phones, tablets, computers, SIM cards, identity documents, bags and other valuable items whose source or ownership is doubtful.
Some of the items sold cheaply on the illegal market are property stolen from victims of violent robberies. In the course of such crimes, some victims have been seriously injured and robbed of substantial amounts of money and property, while others, including the late David Owor, have tragically lost their lives.
Members of the public are advised to:
– Buy electronic devices and other valuables only from known and legitimate dealers.
– Be cautious of unusually cheap items, rushed transactions and sellers who cannot satisfactorily explain the source or ownership of an item.
– Where possible, verify the IMEI or serial number of electronic devices before purchase.
– Immediately report suspected stolen property or individuals suspected of dealing in stolen goods to the nearest Police station.
The public should not create a market for stolen property. Every purchase of an item whose origin is doubtful risks financing and encouraging criminal networks to continue robbing, assaulting and, in some cases, killing innocent people for phones, cash and other valuables.
The Police have previously conducted operations targeting the illicit trade in suspected stolen electronic devices and continue to urge members of the public who have lost property through theft or robbery to provide proof of ownership when seeking its recovery.
We further urge members of the public to remain vigilant and to promptly report suspicious persons, activities and property to the Police. Your cooperation is critical in disrupting the market for stolen property and preventing further violent crimes.
