Summary:

• Gunmen targeted controversial pastor Aloysius Bugingo in a night attack in Kampala, killing his bodyguard Richard Muhumuza, prompting an ongoing police investigation.

Gunmen targeted Pastor Aloysius Bugingo in a shooting incident that claimed the life of his bodyguard, Richard Muhumuza, according to authorities. The assailants, riding on a motorcycle, opened fire on Pastor Bugingo’s vehicle during a night attack along Namungona, Zone 2, Kasubi, Rubaga Division at Bwalakata Junction along National Housing Road in Kampala. This incident follows a pattern of similar assaults on high-profile figures in Uganda’s capital.

The attack occurred at approximately 9 pm on January 2, with Pastor Bugingo managing to transport the vehicle to Mulago Hospital despite sustaining injuries. Unfortunately, Richard Muhumuza succumbed to the assault and was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital. Police reported that the crime scene had been tampered with and assured the public of an ongoing comprehensive investigation.

The Kampala Metropolitan deputy police spokesperson, Luke Owoyesigyire, stated that they are actively reviewing CCTV footage to identify the assailants, emphasizing their commitment to pursuing justice. At the time of the press release, Pastor Bugingo was receiving medical treatment under close monitoring. Eyewitness statements have been diligently recorded, and the deceased’s body has been taken to the City Mortuary at Mulago for a thorough postmortem examination, as revealed by Owoyesigyire.