Police in Kanungu District have arrested four suspects in connection with an aggravated robbery and attempted murder that occurred on Tuesday in Nyakabingo Town Council.
The suspects have been identified as Richard Kiseka, 40, Kakule Sibandera, 23, Ian Mukonyezi, 17, and Frank Ashanjaho, 18. They are currently in police custody as investigations continue.
According to police, the suspects, who were allegedly armed with an AK-47 rifle and machetes, attacked a home in Rugarambiro Cell, Eastern Ward, before making off with two motor vehicles, an unspecified amount of cash, laptops and two mobile phones.
Police mounted a swift response following the incident and successfully intercepted the suspects, recovering both stolen vehicles. The recovered vehicles are a Toyota Fielder, registration number UBM 425G, and a Toyota Hilux Double Cabin pickup, registration number UA 789EM.
The suspects are expected to face charges of aggravated robbery and attempted murder as detectives continue gathering evidence.
Kigezi Regional Police Spokesperson SP Nelson Tumushime urged residents to remain calm, assuring them that security agencies are committed to protecting lives and property.
“We encourage the people of Kanungu District to remain calm as investigations continue. We guarantee the security of life and property,” he said.
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