Entebe gold scammers remanded again
ENTEBE. The six suspects accused of running a gold scam at Entebbe International Airport have been further remanded by the Chief Magistrates Court.
The individuals – Kananura Daniel, Mpomba Richard, Muhwezi Benon, Nkahirwa Pascal, Mujuzi John Keneddy and Bekalaze Ismail – were apprehended on September 30 following an order by President Museveni to probe illegal airport activities.
During the arrest, authorities found 11 plastic boxes containing 300 metal bars that the suspects falsely presented as gold in an attempt to deceive potential investors. However, after a forensic examination by the Directorate of Geological Survey and Mines, it was determined that the items were actually different minerals.
Initially charged on October 11, the suspects are facing accusations of engaging in mineral transactions without proper authorization, mixing minerals with the intention to deceive, and smuggling minerals.
The State House Anti-Corruption Unit, Criminal Investigations Directorate, and Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions cooperated in the apprehension of the suspects.
The accused individuals remain in detention as they await further legal proceedings.
