Police release audio in Entebbe double murder, offer Shs 50m reward

The police have released a 40-second audio recording believed to contain the voice of the prime suspect in the recent gruesome murder of an elderly couple in Lugonjo-Nakiwogo, Entebbe Municipality.
The double homicide, which shocked the community earlier this month, occurred just two hours after the victims; David Mutaga, 69, and his wife Deborah Mutaga, 63 hosted a celebratory gathering with friends and relatives.
According to the police, a masked intruder breached their compound during the night and fatally stabbed the couple. The Mutagas had recently returned to Uganda after living in Switzerland for over 30 years. Speaking at a press briefing in Naguru, police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke revealed that detectives have made substantial progress in the investigation.
He appealed to the public to help identify the voice in the audio clip, which police believe could be key to cracking the case.
“We urge anyone who recognizes the suspect’s voice in the recording to come forward and assist our investigation team,” Kituuma said. “We believe that with community support, we believe the suspect can be identified.”
To incentivize cooperation, police have announced a Shs 50 million reward for information leading to the suspect’s arrest. A dedicated tip-off line, 0769 676 917, has been activated to receive credible leads.
“We’ll also be sharing the audio on our official police website in a more audible format. Even journalists can join in the hunt,” Kituuma added.
Investigators say the killing appears to have been premeditated, noting that there were no signs of forced entry or robbery. The couple’s mobile phones and money were left untouched at the scene. While the exact motive remains unclear, detectives are examining the possibility of a long-standing family feud.
According to police sources, David Mutaga reportedly inherited family property but allegedly failed to share it with his siblings. This unresolved dispute may have fueled resentment, particularly after the couple’s return from Europe.
Several individuals who were initially detained have since been released on bond as the investigation continues. “We’ve made significant breakthroughs,” Kituuma said. “But the final piece of the puzzle lies in positively identifying the voice in the audio recording.”
. @mkituuma “On Sunday July 6, 2025, we registered the murder of Mr. Mutaaga David and his wife, Deborah Florence Mutaaga in Entebbe. In collaboration with other security agencies, the police are actively searching for the suspects and gathering evidence.
We have obtained a… pic.twitter.com/qnlZJUyBIi
— Uganda Police Force (@PoliceUg) July 21, 2025
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