Rédaction Africa Links 24 with The Observer
Published on 2024-03-28 12:47:58
The Crime Intelligence and Flying Squad are currently on the hunt for five armed thugs who reportedly robbed over Shs 30 million cash from a Chinese textile shop located at Royal Plaza on Luwum street in Kampala city. The robbery took place over the weekend, around 7:00 pm, when five masked assailants armed with machetes entered the shop on the third floor.
Once inside the shop, the perpetrators closed it, restrained three Chinese nationals, and one Ugandan employee. They then demanded the money stored within the premises under threat of violence. A senior police detective involved in the investigation believes that the robbery was premeditated, possibly with assistance from the arcade’s security personnel.
The senior officer stated, “This looks to be an inside job that was done with the help of security guards manning this arcade. Some of the night security guards who were on duty will be interrogated to determine how this robbery occurred without their knowledge.” Kampala Metropolitan deputy police spokesperson, Luke Owoyesigyire, confirmed the robbery and disclosed that the stolen items included Shs 30 million, $100, and the passports of the Chinese business owners. He also mentioned that the police had recovered bags and burglary tools.
Owoyesigyire issued a warning to the public, advising against keeping large sums of money in homes and businesses. He emphasized the importance of security, stating, “We shall use these materials to see if we can get any DNA on those materials as the hunt continues. But people should stop keeping that huge sum of money in businesses and houses that may attract such incidents.”
This recent incident is reminiscent of a similar robbery that occurred last November, where a Chinese national was robbed of a bag containing Shs 200 million by assailants on a motorcycle along Martin Road in Kampala.
The authorities are actively investigating the robbery, and efforts are being made to apprehend the perpetrators involved. The police are utilizing recovered evidence to aid in the investigation, and precautionary measures have been advised to prevent similar incidents in the future. It is crucial for individuals and businesses to prioritize security and avoid storing large sums of money in vulnerable locations that may attract criminal activities.
Overall, the authorities are committed to bringing the culprits to justice and ensuring the safety and security of the public. As investigations continue, the community is urged to remain vigilant and cooperate with law enforcement to combat such criminal activities effectively.
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