The Kampala Metropolitan Police Deputy Spokesperson, Luke Owoyesigyire has revealed that the force has arrested Justine Akena, a private security guard attached to Magnum Security Company, in connection with theft of a bag containing UGX 29 million and Gold worth UGX 500 million, last week.
It is alleged that on 10th April 2026. Akena stole a bag containing UGX 29 million and 900 grams of gold valued at approximately UGX 500 million from a motor vehicle belonging to one Katuramu Maggie.
Owoyesigyire noted that at the time of the incident, Akena had been deployed to guard the premises of Goldex Uganda Limited, located along Mawanda Road.
Following the theft, Akena reportedly locked up the premises and went into hiding.
“On 15th April 2026 at about 11:30 pm, the suspect was successfully arrested from Gaspa Village in Bweyale Town Council. Upon interrogation, he admitted to committing the offence” he said.
Owoyesigyire noted that preliminary findings indicate that Akena had used part of the stolen money to open a retail shop, from where he was apprehended.
“He is currently in custody at Mawanda Road Police Station as investigations continue and preparations for prosecution are underway” he said.
