Written By | Jovita Hasto
Police later arrested two suspects in connection with the kidnapping in Kayilira Village in Wakiso District
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WAKISO
Police in Matugga have successfully recovered a three-year-old girl who was allegedly kidnapped on March 8, 2026, and arrested two suspects in connection with the incident.
The incident occurred in Matugga, Gombe Division, Nansana Municipality in Wakiso District, where the child reportedly left home to play with friends but did not return.
“It is said that at about midday, the child left home to play with friends in the neighbourhood but did not return, while her mother searched for her in vain,” police noted.
Later, one of the victim’s relatives received a message on WhatsApp containing a photograph of the child, with the sender demanding money before releasing her.
“At about 6:00 pm, the victim’s grandmother received a WhatsApp message containing a photograph of the child, with the sender demanding UGX 40 million as ransom for her release,” police said.
The victim’s parents reported a case of a missing child at Matugga Police Station, where search efforts immediately commenced. Police later arrested two suspects in connection with the kidnapping in Kayilira Village in Wakiso District.
“The arrested suspects include Godfrey Selwanja and Shakib Ntege, who were found in Kayilira Village, Buwambo Ward, Gombe Division in Wakiso District, at the home of one of the suspects, Shakib Ntege,” police explained.
Police added that it was at Ntege’s home where the victim was recovered.
“The child was immediately rushed by the police task team for medical examination and attention,” police said.
Condemning the act, police urged parents and guardians to keep a keen eye on their children and closely monitor them for their safety.
“We would like to caution parents and guardians to closely monitor their children and remain vigilant in order to prevent such incidents of abuse and ensure their safety,” police urged.
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