A private security guard has been shot dead and another arrested for attempting to break into and rob Diamond Trust Bank, Wakiso branch, near the Wakiso-Busiro Land Zonal offices in Wakiso District.
The incident happened on Sunday at around 1:30 a.m. The deceased was identified as Emmanuel Okao, while the suspect who surrendered to police is Justine Okello, 27, both attached to G.K.O Security Company.
According to Patrick Onyango, the Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson, the two guards were assigned to the bank’s night shift before the attempted robbery.
They allegedly broke into the bank through the ceiling in the washrooms and, upon gaining access, attempted to break into the safe containing money, an incident that triggered an alarm alerting police officers at Wakiso Police Station.
One security guard was shot dead during a firefight with the police as he refused to surrender.
The other suspect surrendered, leading to his arrest and the recovery of two guns at the scene.
Diamond Trust Bank confirmed the incident but said all bank properties were safe.
