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Three arrested over Rugby Cranes star murder | Monitor Hello Your subscription is almost coming to an end. Don’t miss out on the great content on Nation.Africa Ready to continue your informative journey with us? Hello Your premium access has ended, but the best of Nation.Africa is still within reach. Renew now to unlock exclusive stories and in-depth features. Reclaim your full access. Click below to renew. Subscribe fora month to get full access ByEMMY DANIEL OJARA Police have arrested three people in connection with the murder of rugby player Sydney Gongodyo, 27, who was killed by a mob in Kira on Friday. The suspects, two males and one female, are being held at Kira Road Police Station as investigations continue. Police said the deceased was allegedly subjected to mob action by members of the public who accused him of snatching a woman’s handbag. ''Preliminary investigations indicate that the deceased was allegedly subjected to mob action by members of the public who accused him of snatching a woman’s handbag. However, the exact circumstances surrounding the incident remain under active investigation,’’ police said in a statement on Sunday. Gongodyo succumbed to inj…

Police Arrest Three Over Mob Killing of Rugby Player Sydney Gongodyo Police in Kampala have said they have arrested three people in connection to the mob killing of Uganda Rugby Cranes player, Sydney Gongodyo. Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson, Racheal Kawala identified the suspects as Noordin Ssebagala, Toden Ayebazibwe and Juliet Namukose who were arrested as part of the ongoing investigations into Gongodyo's death. Keep Reading NRM Leaders in Nakasongola Urged to Avoid Division and Tribalism to Rebuild Support Gomba Unveils 32-Man Squad for 2026 Masaza Cup Campaign Rotary Club of Mpererwe Provides Free Medical Services to Over 600 Residents Open the Doors: Why Parliamentary Vetting Committee Must Embrace Public Scrutiny Kasangati Greater Lions Club Donates Medical Equipment, Pledges Theatre Renovation Support to Kasangati Health Centre IV UPDF 3 Infantry Division Commander Commends Security Stakeholders for Sustaining Peace in Karamoja Police Officer Killed, Four Civilians Injured During Arrest Operation in Nebbi The Stanbic Black Pirates player died on Friday evening after suffering injuries stemming from a mob action on his at around 2pm in Masulira Zone, Bukoto I Pari…

3 Arrested Over Killing of Rugby Star Sydney Gongodyo | ChimpReports Gongodyo being beaten by thugs in Kampala KAMPALA — Police have arrested three suspects in connection with the death of Uganda Rugby Cranes and Stanbic Black Pirates player Sydney Gongodyo, whose fatal mob assault has sparked outrage across the country and renewed concerns about mob justice. The suspects, currently detained at Kira Road Police Station, have been identified as Noordin Ssebagala, Roden Ayebazibwe and Juliet Namukose. Their arrest comes as investigators intensify inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the death of the 27-year-old professional rugby player and Makerere University student, who died after being attacked by a crowd in Upper Naguru Community Village, Bukoto I Parish, Nakawa Division, on June 5. According to Kampala Metropolitan Police, preliminary investigations indicate that Gongodyo was allegedly subjected to mob action after members of the public accused him of “snatching a woman’s handbag.” The development follows the circulation of a disturbing video showing the rugby star being assaulted by a crowd as voices repeatedly accuse him of stealing a bag. In the footage, Gongodyo in…

Three Arrested Over Mob Killing of Rugby Cranes Player Sydney Gongody ... Police have arrested three suspects in connection with the death of Rugby Cranes player Sydney Gongody, who died after being attacked by a mob in Kira on Friday. According to police, the suspects—two men and one woman—are currently detained at Kira Road Police Station as investigations into the incident continue. Authorities said Gongody, 27, was allegedly assaulted by members of the public who accused him of stealing a woman’s handbag. However, police emphasized that the circumstances surrounding the incident are still being investigated. “Preliminary investigations indicate that the deceased was allegedly subjected to mob action by members of the public who accused him of snatching a woman’s handbag. However, the exact circumstances surrounding the incident remain under active investigation,” police said in a statement issued on Sunday. Officers reportedly intervened during the attack and rushed Gongody to Mulago National Referral Hospital for treatment. He later succumbed to his injuries. Gongody was a forward for both the Rugby Cranes and Stanbic Black Pirates and was widely regarded as one of Ugand…

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Uganda: Police Arrest Three Over Mob Killing of Rugby Player Sydney Gongodyo [Nile Post] Police in Kampala have said they have arrested three people in connection to the mob killing of Uganda Rugby Cranes player, Sydney Gongodyo.

Machakos: Man suspected of inciting mob that killed three men detained The suspect, Christopher Mwenda Robert, appears before a Machakos court. Audio By Vocalize A Machakos court has granted police 21 days to detain a man linked to the brutal killing of three young men who were lynched and set ablaze after being mistaken for thieves. Christopher Mwenda Robert, a Probox driver, was arraigned before Machakos Senior Principal Magistrate Betty Koech, who allowed an application by the prosecution seeking more time to complete investigations into the incident that occurred on the night of May 31, 2026. Mwenda will remain in custody at Machakos Police Station as detectives pursue further inquiries into the deaths of Kennedy Mutiso, 29, his younger brother Stanley Muthungu, 22, and their family friend Charles Mutiso, 25. According to court documents, investigators believe Mwenda allegedly knocked down one of the victims at around 3am before raising alarm and claiming he was being carjacked. The prosecution told the court that the allegation triggered a violent response from nearby boda boda riders and members of the public, culminating in the mob attack on the three young men. The …

Three arrested in murder of Rugby player Sydney Gogondyo - NTV Uganda SHARE Real Banner Popup Test ✕ Police have confirmed the arrest of three individuals in connection with the murder of national rugby player Sydney Gogondyo, who was killed by a mob in Kira after being accused of snatching a woman’s handbag. Gogondyo, who also played for the Black Pirates Club, was remembered as a humble and friendly individual by mourners who gathered this morning at Kings Park Arena in Bweyogerere to celebrate his life. Share This Article Email Copy Link Previous Article Unanswered questions ahead of the budget reading Next Article NCBA JUNIOR GOLF TOURNAMENT : Young golfers shine at Junior tournament in Kitante Leave a review Leave a Review Cancel reply Trending News 10 hours ago Lawyers seek more time in Besigye, Lutale treason trial March 3, 2025 March 5, 2025 Ukraine’s President Zelensky stresses his gratitude to the US March 1, 2025 March 3, 2025 Archbishop Ssemogerere condemns security brutality, mudslinging ahead of 2026 elections 10 hours ago CHRISTOPHER GODI: Weeping family in limbo over missing relative March 2, 2025 April 25, 2025 Olympic champions feature in 2025 Laureus Award nomin…

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Police arrest three over murder of Rugby Cranes player Sydney ... Da Dona JF-Expert Member Joined Dec 16, 2025 Posts 378 Reaction score 328 📸: Sports Nation UG Police in Kampala have arrested three suspects in connection with the death of Uganda Rugby Cranes and Stanbic Black Pirates player Sydney Gongodyo , who died following a violent mob attack in Nakawa Division, Kampala. According to police, the incident occurred on June 5, 2026 , at around 2:00pm in Upper Naguru Community Village , Bukoto I Parish. Gongodyo, aged 27, was allegedly attacked by members of the public after being accused of snatching a woman’s handbag. Witness accounts and preliminary findings indicate that a crowd gathered and confronted him over the allegation, which quickly escalated into violence. He was severely beaten during the mob attack before police arrived at the scene. Officers found him critically injured and rushed him to Mulago National Referral Hospital for emergency treatment. Despite efforts by medical staff, he succumbed to his injuries later that evening at around 7:00pm. Police have since arrested three suspects, consisting of two men and one woman , who are currently being held at Kira Road…

Uganda: Four Charged With Murder of Sydney Gongodyo As Police Hunt More Suspects [Nile Post] Four men have been charged with murder in connection with the killing of Sydney Gyabi Gongodyo, as police intensify efforts to track down additional suspects believed to have participated in the fatal attack.