Four suspects have so far been arrested in connection with the aggravated robbery and fatal shooting of Kokunda Patricia, as security agencies step up efforts to bring all those involved to justice.
According to the Uganda Police Force, the tragic incident occurred in the early hours of April 3, 2026, at around 4:40 a.m., when armed assailants attacked, robbed, and fatally shot the victim at Teso Coach Park along Station Road near Goalman Supermarket in Soroti City.
Police, working jointly with sister security agencies, swiftly launched an intensive manhunt that has already yielded significant breakthroughs. Two suspects, identified as Okello Alex and Onego Felix, were arrested on the same day of the incident.
Subsequent operations led to the arrest of Epeu Simon, also known as Iboda, in Anyara, Kalaki District, from whom cash amounting to UGX 7 million was recovered, believed to be part of the stolen money.
In a further development, security teams on April 4 apprehended Elacu Alfred in Orungo, Amuria District, who is suspected to be the gunman behind the fatal shooting.
Additionally, the victim’s smartphone was recovered after being dumped in a bush in Kichinjani.
Police spokesperson Rusoke Kituuma confirmed that investigations are still ongoing, with efforts focused on recovering more key exhibits and ensuring that all individuals connected to the crime are brought before the law.
