Notorious City thug, Sobi killed by mob in Gomba

Gomba Police, in collaboration with the Katonga Regional Police, has initiated an investigation into a murder that occurred today, December 18, 2023, in Kibaale village, Kigumba parish, Maddu subcounty, Gomba district, resulting in the death of one person identified as Sobi.

Preliminary findings indicate that at about 12:30 PM today, on a piece of land owned by Kalisa in Kibaale village, Kigumba parish, Maddu sub-county, Gomba district, a group of 50 individuals armed with sticks, pangas, and spears attacked another group, leading to the death of one person.

The contested land was acquired by Kalisa, who paid 20 million out of a total of 100 million in 2007. However, allegations suggest that he bought the land from an incorrect source. Another group, claiming to be the children and grandchildren of the late Kibi Paul and led by Deborah Nagadiya and Kiwewa Barton, emerged with land titles, asserting their rightful ownership of the same land.

Legal proceedings were initiated, but before the case could be resolved, the second group imported individuals from Kampala Kisenyi to seize and clear the land.
According to SP Majid Karim, the PRO of the Katonga Region, today’s clash resulted in the destruction of various items, including food, utensils, and structures. The group is suspected to have caused additional casualties, although only one body has been recovered with cut wounds on the leg and neck.

Gomba Police responded, restoring order in the area. The deceased’s body has been transported to Gomba Hospital Mortuary for postmortem examination. There are also three confirmed injuries including Katumba Gerald, Mateka Andrew, and Aliyu Dela.