Full Breakdown
SC Villa Captain David Owori’s Murder Spurs Multiple Police Arrests
8/12/2026, 4:25:20 AM
Murder and Police Response
On the night of August 4, 2026, SC Villa captain David Owori was attacked near his home in Kampala’s Makindye Division. Police said he was robbed of his mobile phone and later succumbed to his injuries; officials indicated he was expected to die on August 5. The Kampala Metropolitan Police have detained suspects linked to the killing, with one operation resulting in 17 arrests that included five key suspects, nine associates and three individuals suspected of dealing in stolen phones. A later sweep added two alleged buyers of Owori’s phone, bringing the total number of detainees reported on August 10, 2026 to four.
Investigation Findings
Detectives recovered an iPhone 14 Pro Max believed to belong to Owori at Usafi Taxi Park, along with blood-stained shoes, shin guards, a canister of pepper spray and a motorcycle. Items were also seized from homes in Gangu village, Kasubi. Police allege the gang used paving blocks as weapons and operated across Nsambya, Nabisaalu, Kirombe and Makindye on the day of the attack. The stolen phone provided a critical lead that enabled the identification and arrest of subsequent suspects.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the murder are ongoing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available,” — Racheal Kawala, metropolitan police spokesperson
- “Last time we updated you on the arrest of two suspects following the murder of the SC Villa captain,” — Kituuma Rusoke, police spokesperson
Timeline
- August 4, 2026 – Owori attacked in Kampala.
- August 5 – Police indicated Owori was expected to die from his injuries.
- August 10, 2026 – Rusoke announced four suspects in custody after tracing the stolen phone.
