A private security guard has fatally shot two of his bosses in Mbuya, Nakawa Division, in Kampala. Assistant Superintendent of Police, Luke Owoyesigyire, the deputy Kampala metropolitan police spokesperson, said police at Jinja Road are now actively investigating the tragic shooting incident.
ASP Owoyesigyire identified the deceased as Noella Zella – Assistant Human Resource Officer at Ultimate Security Company and Bwampata Salez – Armory Officer at Ultimate Security Company and the culprit killed by police as Mwaawa Richard – Suspect and security guard with Ultimate Security Company (Deceased).
“The incident occurred today, 18th June 2025, at around 9:00 AM, at the offices of Ultimate Security Company located in Mbuya, Bugolobi Parish, Nakawa Division, Kampala District. It is alleged that the suspect, Mwaawa Richard, entered the company premises and shot Noella Zella before turning the weapon on Bwampata Salez,” ASP Owoyesigyire said.
He said responding police officers, acting on information received about the active shooting, swiftly engaged the suspect and fatally wounded him in the process of subduing the threat. Police said all three bodies have been conveyed to City Mortuary Mulago for postmortem examinations.
“The firearm suspected to have been used in the incident has been recovered and has been exhibited for further forensic analysis. At this stage, the motive behind the shooting remains unclear. Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident are ongoing, and further details will be communicated as soon as they are available,” ASP Owoyesigyire said.
Police have urged members of the public to remain calm and allow the police to carry out a thorough investigation into this unfortunate event.