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The Territorial Police in Rwizi region, in collaboration with Mbarara city north, have arrested two bodaboda riders suspected of committing aggravated robbery. 

The individuals in custody have been identified as Taremwa Mathias, an 18-year-old resident of Rwemukoma cell, western division in Bushenyi district, and Kwesiga Wilber, a 32-year-old from Rubiri cell, Nyamityobora ward in Mbarara city.

Police spokesperson Fred Enanga says the arrests were made in connection with the aggravated robbery of shillings 4.2 million from Judith Numamanya, a 40-year-old businesswoman residing in Katojo cell. 

According to reports, Numamanya boarded a bodaboda operated by Kwesiga at Rose Foam Factory in Biharwe, Mbarara city intending to travel to the Koranorya daily market where she works. 

However, shortly after commencing the journey, Kwesiga stopped to pick up his accomplice, Taremwa, according to Enanga. 

He said Upon reaching Migamba, the duo allegedly sandwiched the victim, with Kwesiga branching off from the route. It was then that Taremwa reportedly brandished a knife and proceeded to rob Judith of her belongings.

He said the motorcycle used in the commission of the crime, bearing registration number UFV 652F and described as a red Bajaj boxer, was subsequently tracked down and seized by authorities.

Following a thorough investigation, both suspects were apprehended by law enforcement officers. They now face charges related to aggravated robbery, with the impounded motorcycle serving as key evidence in the case, according to Enanga.