Crime

Machete wielding Goons arrested in Kampala

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Police has today arrested four and killed one of the notorious machete wielding goons in Kampala.

The arrested are John Atama, Dan Segawa, Herbert Ssali, and Shaffik Walugembe.

A one Joseph Ddumba was killed in an operation carried out in Kawala, an outskirt of Kampala.

The suspects, together with their deceased colleague have for long been known for being a part of the notorious machete wielding gangs in Kampala.

The arrest follows an attack on Fred Kamanyire in the same area who was robbed of his material possessions

The suspects were armed with pangas, knives and a master key; tools they use in conducting their crimes.

Police immediately rushed the victim to Alpha Medical centre for first aid, where he was referred to Mulago national hospital for further management.

Police has also recovered exhibits used in the attack and the suspects are currently detained at Kawala Police Station vide SD reference 06/30/04/2018 on charges of aggravated robbery.

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