Police in Wakiso District foiled an attempted robbery at Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) in Corner East Village Parish, Wakiso Town Council, at approximately 1:00 a.m. on Sunday.
According to police reports, two individuals, initially unidentified but later confirmed as security guards attached to GKO Security Limited, attempted to rob the bank where they were on night duty.
“Our officers responded swiftly to the scene, and upon arrival, the suspects hid in the ceiling,” stated a Wakiso Police spokesperson. “They were warned to surrender, but instead, they cocked their rifles, leading police to fire towards their hiding place.”
During the confrontation, one suspect, identified as Okawa Emmanuel, was fatally shot.
The second suspect, Okelo Justin, surrendered and was immediately taken into custody.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the two guards allegedly planned the robbery due to not having received their salaries for over three months.
“We currently have one suspect in custody at Wakiso Police Station. Investigations are ongoing, and further details will be provided as they become available,” the police said.
