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Woman remanded over alleged Sh13m vehicle theft
According to the charge sheet, Nakabira and others still at large are accused of stealing a green Toyota Harrier, registration number UAR 424F, valued at sh13 million and belonging to Leticia Nanyomo.
Christine Nakabira, a businesswoman and resident of Kizawula zone, Gayaza, Wakiso district, appeared before Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court, where she denied the charge of stealing a motor vehicle. (Credit: Barbra Kabahumuza)
By: Barbra Kabahumuza, Journalist @New Vision
KAMPALA - A 31-year-old woman dealing in motor vehicles has been charged with stealing a Toyota Harrier valued at sh13 million.
Christine Nakabira, a businesswoman and resident of Kizawula zone, Gayaza, Wakiso district, appeared before Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court, where she denied the charge of stealing a motor vehicle.
Principal Magistrate Rophine Achayo remanded Nakabira until November 16, 2026, when she is expected to return to court for the hearing of her bail application.
The prosecution told the court that investigations into the matter were still incomplete, prompting the magistrate to remand her.
According to the charge sheet, Nakabira and others still at large are accused of stealing a green Toyota Harrier, registration number UAR 424F, valued at sh13 million and belonging to Leticia Nanyomo.
The alleged offence occurred on October 20, 2026, at the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) Multiplex parking yard in Kampala District.
According to the prosecution, the vehicle was stolen by unknown persons at around 8:00 am before it was later recovered.
According to the charge sheet, Nakabira and others still at large are accused of stealing a green Toyota Harrier, registration number UAR 424F, valued at sh13 million and belonging to Leticia Nanyomo.
The alleged offence occurred on October 20, 2026, at the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) Multiplex parking yard in Kampala District.
According to the prosecution, the vehicle was stolen by unknown persons at around 8:00 am before it was later recovered.
Court documents indicate that on November 7, 2026, police found Peter Katwesigye in possession of the vehicle at Kapapali zone, Mulago
Upon questioning him, investigators reportedly established that Nakabira had sold the vehicle to Jackson Ategyeeka.
Further investigations allegedly revealed that the vehicle’s original registration plates had been removed and replaced with UAW 657C, which is registered in Nakabira’s name.
Investigators reportedly established that the replacement registration number belonged to another vehicle, described as grey, with different engine and chassis numbers.
Nakabira is charged with stealing a motor vehicle, contrary to Sections 237(1) and 248 of the Penal Code Act.
Upon questioning him, investigators reportedly established that Nakabira had sold the vehicle to Jackson Ategyeeka.
Further investigations allegedly revealed that the vehicle’s original registration plates had been removed and replaced with UAW 657C, which is registered in Nakabira’s name.
Investigators reportedly established that the replacement registration number belonged to another vehicle, described as grey, with different engine and chassis numbers.
Nakabira is charged with stealing a motor vehicle, contrary to Sections 237(1) and 248 of the Penal Code Act.