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The truck, registration number UBE 355V, was diverted from its original route from Kasese to an Inland Container Depot (ICD) in Nakawa
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Kampala – The Uganda Police Force has apprehended five individuals in connection with the theft of coffee beans valued at Shs 470 million. The case, registered under Kawempe CRB 2643/2024, revolves around the diversion of a truck carrying 21,600 kilograms of coffee beans intended for export.
The incident occurred between November 29 and 30, 2024, when the truck, registration number UBE 355V, was diverted from its original route from Kasese to an Inland Container Depot (ICD) in Nakawa. The coffee beans were offloaded in Kawempe-Bwaise and transferred to other vehicles, including trucks with registration numbers UAY 827Q and UBG 973L, which transported the beans to Luzira for sale.
Rejected coffee returned to seller
The stolen coffee was reportedly rejected upon delivery in Luzira, prompting the purported seller, Juma Musisi, also known as Young Mandela or Masape, to collect the beans using vehicles with registration numbers UBD 151S and UAM 076N.
Suspects arrested and charged
The police have arrested and charged the following individuals with stealing goods in transit: Juma Musisi alias Young Mandela alias Masape, 28, Ugandan national, Keneth Muswabi, 35, Ugandan national, Kalule Medi, 42, Ugandan national, Mugabi Martin, 27, Ugandan national. The suspects appeared before the Chief Magistrates Court in Nabweru to face charges related to the theft.
Search for remaining suspects
Efforts are underway to apprehend additional suspects who remain at large. They include: Asiimwe Allan, Kato Kiggundu, Joab Mucunguzi, Saidi Kasule alias Bogere
Public appeal
Patrick Onyango, spokesperson for the Kampala Metropolitan Police, urged members of the public to assist with information leading to the arrest of the suspects still at large.
“The Uganda Police Force encourages the public to come forth with any information that could help bring the remaining culprits to justice,” Onyango said.
The case underscores ongoing challenges in safeguarding goods in transit and ensuring accountability in Uganda's supply chain systems. Authorities are committed to concluding investigations and bringing all responsible parties to justice.
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