The Territorial Police at Nateete has registered a tragic incident of murder by shooting that occurred on Sunday at approximately 6:00pm in Kikandwa Zone, Lungujja Parish, Lubaga Division.
Luke Owoyesigyire, the Kampala Metropolitan deputy Police spokesperson has said that the incident involved Daniel Bbosa Lwomwa, the esteemed head of Ndiga clan and director of Transa Electrical.
Owoyesigyire said that Bbosa was fatally shot by yet-to-be-identified assailants as he was approaching his residence at Lungujja. The assailants, riding on a motorcycle, opened fire at Bbosa’s motor vehicle, bearing registration number UAH 637X, resulting in his immediate demise.
“During the heinous act, a vigilant local resident bravely intervened, knocking down the assailants’ motorcycle and alerting the community. Swiftly, members of the community mobilized, leading to a confrontation with the assailants. Mob justice ensued, resulting in the death of one assailant at the scene, while the other remains in critical condition,” he said.
He however notes that the motive behind this senseless act of violence remains unknown, and efforts are underway to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.
Furthermore, we have recovered the firearm allegedly used in the murder incident, along with the motorcycle registration number UEX 754E, utilized by the assailants during the attack. These findings will be instrumental in our ongoing investigation.
Police extend heartfelt condolences to the family, Clan Members, friends, and colleagues of Lwomwa Daniel Bbosa during this difficult time.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with them as they navigate this tragic loss. Additional details will be provided as soon as they become available.”