URA Boss Godson Mwesigye Named in Nasty Mukono Shooting Incident, Flees Home

Security agencies in Mukono District have launched a coordinated manhunt following a reported shooting incident allegedly involving a senior enforcement officer attached to the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), identified in widely circulated reports as Godson Mwesigye.

According to preliminary accounts from local media and eyewitness claims, the incident occurred on the evening of April 30 in Mukono Municipality. It is alleged that an altercation escalated into gunfire, leaving two individuals injured.

The circumstances leading to the confrontation remain unclear, with conflicting accounts suggesting either a personal dispute or a disagreement linked to enforcement-related activities.

Godson Mwesigye

Eyewitnesses quoted in early reports describe a tense scene in which gunshots rang out, causing panic among nearby residents and bystanders.

The injured individuals were reportedly rushed to a nearby health facility for emergency treatment, although their identities and current medical condition have not yet been officially confirmed.

Following the incident, the suspected shooter is said to have fled the scene, prompting police and other security agencies to initiate a search operation.

Sources indicate that checkpoints may have been heightened in and around Mukono as part of efforts to locate and apprehend the suspect.

By the time of publication, authorities had not issued a formal statement confirming the identity of the suspect or providing detailed findings from the scene.

The alleged involvement of a URA enforcement officer has heightened public interest and concern. URA enforcement personnel are mandated to combat smuggling and enforce tax compliance, duties that sometimes place them in high-risk and confrontational situations.

However, it remains unclear whether the reported shooting is connected to official operations or arose from unrelated personal circumstances.

Local leaders and community members in Mukono have expressed unease following the incident, calling for a transparent and thorough investigation.

Some residents have urged authorities to clarify the facts promptly to prevent the spread of misinformation and restore public confidence.

Security officials have appealed to the public to remain calm and to cooperate with investigators. Individuals with credible information about the incident or the whereabouts of the suspect are being encouraged to report to the nearest police station.

As of now, several critical details including the motive behind the shooting, the exact sequence of events, and the suspect’s current status remain unverified. Police have indicated that more comprehensive information will be released once preliminary investigations are complete.

The case continues to develop as authorities work to establish the facts surrounding the incident.