Summary:
- SP Samson Kasasira, the Rwizi Region Police Spokesperson, confirmed the arrest of Kiiza Ashraf, a notorious criminal in Ibanda District.
IBANDA: Police in Ibanda District on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 arrested a known serial thief in possession of an AK47 rifle with two live rounds of ammunition in Igorora village, Igorora parish, Igorora town council.
SP Samson Kasasira, the Rwizi Region Police Spokesperson, confirmed the arrest of Kiiza Ashraf, a notorious criminal in Ibanda District.
According to Kasasira, Kiiza had been on the run for some time, operating in various districts, including Mbarara, Kazo, Kiruhura, and Kamwenge, where he was involved in robberies and cattle thefts.
“The gun, with serial number UG PSO 56S 4101 385 13187, was found hidden in a swamp,” SP Kasasira said.
The arrest, which took place on October 10, 2024, was the result of a joint intelligence-led operation involving the Police, UPDF, and ISO.
Kiiza was handed over to Bihanga Army Barracks for further interrogation, as he denied ownership of the gun during preliminary questioning.
During his interrogation, Kiiza claimed that the weapon was given to him by another thief named Godfrey, who resides in Kamwenge.
Godfrey allegedly told Kiiza that the gun had been stolen, though he did not disclose from whom.
SP Kasasira added that investigations are ongoing to determine the origin of the gun and to apprehend other individuals involved in the crimes.
