Bodaboda Rider Found Dead Along Kamuli-Jinja Highway

What the report says

Police in Kamuli District are investigating the suspected killing of a 36-year-old bodaboda rider whose body was found along the Kamuli-Jinja Highway in Bugobi Village, Nawanyago Sub-county. The deceased was identified as Anthony Mugaya, a resident of Kidogwa B in Wankole Sub-county. Authorities believe he was attacked and killed before his motorcycle was taken.

According to Busoga North regional police spokesperson SSP Samson Lubega, residents found the body about 10 metres off the main road in Bugobi Village, Bupadhengo Parish. Police said Mugaya had multiple injuries, especially to the head and face, and they suspect a blunt object may have been used. The missing motorcycle was described as a red Bajaj Boxer, registration number UMA 889DY.

Preliminary information indicates Mugaya was last seen at his usual stage in Kamuli on the evening of November 9, 2026, before he was discovered dead. Police suspect the assailants may have posed as passengers before carrying out the attack and fleeing with the motorcycle. The vehicle has not yet been recovered, and no suspects have been named.

The case has renewed concern about the safety of motorcycle taxi operators, particularly those who work late at night. Police have urged riders to be cautious when taking passengers and asked anyone with information about the suspects or the missing motorcycle to contact the nearest police station.