Man Arrested with Sub-Machine Gun in Kisenyi Bus Terminal

The Police at Old Kampala have in custody, a suspect identified as Tumwine David alias Busoni, a 40-year-old resident of Mubuteraniro Village, Mubende District, for unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition.

The recovered items include: A sub-machine gun (SMG), 24 live rounds of ammunition, 2 magazines, 3 pangas, a 1-liter bottle of petrol and Ropes.

ASP Luke Owoyesigyire Deputy PRO Kampala Metropolitan Police says the suspect was intercepted today, 4th December 2024, at 9:00 AM at the Kisenyi Bus Terminal in Kampala Central Division.

“During routine security checks at the terminal, Tumwine, who was carrying two bags, was asked to stop for inspection. However, he attempted to flee, abandoning his belongings. The terminal’s security team pursued and apprehended him. Upon inspecting his bags, the aforementioned items were discovered. The Police were immediately notified, and the suspect is now in custody at Old Kampala Police Station,” says Owoyesigyire.

Preliminary investigations reveal that Tumwine was traveling from Kyotera District and was en route to Busia.

“We are currently working to establish the source of the firearm and the suspect’s intentions. We commend the vigilant and procedural approach of the security personnel at Kisenyi Bus Terminal, whose diligence averted a potential criminal act. This incident underscores the importance of maintaining robust security measures to ensure public safety,” he added.