Daniel Mugabi, a businessman based in Kamokya, appeared before the Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court on charges of uttering a false document and obtaining 100 million shillings by pretense. Mugabi, residing in Church Zone Area, was arraigned before Chief Magistrate Ronald Kayizzi on Monday, where he faced formal charges.
The court heard that Mugabi, along with accomplices still at large, allegedly obtained 100 million Shillings from Geir Hartmann between August 2022 and May 2023 in Kampala District. They purportedly deceived Hartmann by falsely claiming to pursue a civil suit (number 674 of 2022) against Tracy Lunyoro.
It is further alleged that Mugabi knowingly and fraudulently issued a false document (a letter dated February 20, 2023) addressed to the High Court, referencing the same civil suit number and claiming it was received by the Chief Magistrate of Buganda Road Court.
Mugabi has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Prosecutor Martin Nambafu informed the court that investigations were complete and requested witness summons to be issued for testimonies. Mugabi attempted to apply for bail but lacked a national identification card or passport, as required under the Chief Justice’s Bail Guidelines.
Consequently, he was unable to proceed with his bail application. Chief Magistrate Kayizzi advised Mugabi to reclaim any money he may have given to others under the guise of influencing his bail release. As a result, Mugabi was remanded until July 15, 2024.
