KAMPALA, Uganda — Ugandan police have released a 40-second audio recording believed to feature the voice of the prime suspect in the recent brutal murder of an elderly couple in Lugonjo-Nakiwogo, Entebbe Municipality.
The double homicide, which deeply shocked the community earlier this month, tragically occurred just two hours after the victims, 69-year-old David Mutaga and his 63-year-old wife Deborah Mutaga, had hosted a celebratory gathering with friends and relatives.
According to police reports, a masked intruder breached their compound during the night and fatally stabbed the couple.
The Mutagas had recently repatriated to Uganda after residing in Switzerland for more than three decades.
During a press briefing in Naguru, police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke announced that detectives have achieved substantial progress in the ongoing investigation.
Rusoke made a public appeal for assistance in identifying the voice in the audio clip, which investigators believe holds a crucial key to solving 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 encourage public cooperation, the police have offered a Shs 50 million reward for information that directly leads to the suspect’s arrest. A dedicated tip-off line, 0769 676 917, has been activated for 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 suggest that the killings appear to have been premeditated, noting the absence of any signs of forced entry or robbery at the scene; the couple’s mobile phones and money were left untouched.
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While the precise motive remains under investigation, detectives are exploring the possibility of a long-standing family feud.
Police sources indicate that David Mutaga reportedly inherited family property but allegedly failed to share it with his siblings.
This unresolved dispute may have contributed to resentment, particularly following the couple’s return from Europe.
Several individuals initially detained in connection with the case have since been released on bond as the investigation progresses.
“We’ve made significant breakthroughs,” Kituuma said. “But the final piece of the puzzle lies in positively identifying the voice in the audio recording.”
