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Uganda Police Arrest 17 Over Captain Owori Attack, Recover iPhone

8/12/2026

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Uganda police arrested 17 suspects linked to the August 4, 2026 attack on captain David Owori.
Police recovered Owori’s stolen iPhone 14 Pro Max at Usafi Taxi Park and seized shoes, pepper spray and a motorcycle.
Spokesperson Racheal Kawala said the arrests comprised five primary suspects, nine associates and three alleged phone dealers.
On August 10, 2026, spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke reported two arrests for buying the phone, bringing the total in custody to four.

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Uganda police arrested 17 suspects linked to the August 4, 2026 attack on captain David Owori.
Police recovered Owori’s stolen iPhone 14 Pro Max at Usafi Taxi Park and seized shoes, pepper spray and a motorcycle.
Spokesperson Racheal Kawala said the arrests comprised five primary suspects, nine associates and three alleged phone dealers.
On August 10, 2026, spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke reported two arrests for buying the phone, bringing the total in custody to four.