Bushenyi District — Police in Bushenyi District have made significant progress in investigating a wave of aggravated robberies and livestock-related crimes recorded during February 2026.
According to the Uganda Police Force, six aggravated robbery cases involving firearms were registered across Bushenyi District and Ishaka Division. The incidents were reported in Kyeitembe West Cell, Kyanyamabona Village, Katungu Cell, Katooma Cell, and surrounding areas.
In one dramatic incident at a bar in Katooma Cell, members of the public intercepted and arrested a suspect identified as Kankiriho Ramathan, also known as Samuel, during a robbery attempt.
Police later re-arrested the suspect, compiled sufficient evidence, and arraigned him before court on multiple robbery charges. However, investigations into several other robbery files remain ongoing due to insufficient evidence at the time the cases were initially submitted.
In addition to firearm-related crimes, police recorded six more aggravated robbery cases involving crude weapons such as pangas, sticks, and stones.
Following thorough investigations, three suspects, Byampiika Eliad alias Boyize, Ssekajja Ramathan alias Kyojo, and Basajja Rashid , were arrested and presented before court. The suspects were subsequently remanded as inquiries continue.
Authorities have confirmed that efforts are underway to apprehend other suspects who remain at large.
Police have urged residents of Bushenyi District to remain vigilant and continue cooperating with security agencies by reporting suspicious individuals and activities to help curb criminal activities in the area.
