Ugandan security agencies have finally caught up with fugitive prison warder Moses Anguyo, ending a tense month-long manhunt that gripped the country.
Anguyo, who had been on the run since a brutal shooting at Kiboga Central Prison on February 23, 2026, was arrested in the Democratic Republic of the Congo during a coordinated cross-border security operation.
According to reports, Anguyo allegedly opened fire during a routine inspection at the prison, leaving three people dead including two senior officers and a child.
Those killed included Assistant Superintendent of Prisons Hope Catherine, Principal Officer Bright Akishuri, and Sarah Ayebare, the wife of the officer in charge. The officer in charge was injured, while his young son, who was also shot, later died in hospital, bringing the death toll to four.
After the attack, the suspect escaped with his service weapon, which was later recovered by authorities.
The shocking attack sent waves of fear through Uganda’s security circles, given how rare such violent incidents are within prison ranks.
The Uganda Prisons Service had earlier described the incident as unprecedented and offered a reward for information leading to his arrest.
After fleeing Uganda shortly after the shooting, Anguyo reportedly crossed into DR Congo, triggering a joint manhunt involving Ugandan and Congolese security forces. His arrest marks a major breakthrough and brings some relief after weeks of uncertainty.
Authorities say he will be repatriated to Uganda to face justice.
Early reports suggest the shooting may have stemmed from an internal dispute at the prison, possibly linked to enforcement of a WhatsApp ban among staff. While investigations are still ongoing, the incident has raised serious concerns about discipline, communication policies, and firearm control within Uganda’s prison system.
This tragedy has exposed cracks in internal management, with experts warning that unresolved staff conflicts especially in high-security environments can quickly escalate into deadly confrontations.
More details are expected as investigations unfold.