Uganda, March 14 -- Police in Budaka District, Eastern Uganda have arrested a 19-year-old man for allegedly kidnapping his four-year-old cousin brother and demanding ransom.

According to Police, the victim identified as Umar Nganda, was allegedly kidnaped on March 8, 2024 by Hassan Mwiri, a resident of Molokachomo Village, Kadama Sub-County in Kibuku District.

The suspect reportedly asked for a ransom of Shs3 million from the parents of the victim, threatening to kill him if they do not comply.

The Acting Bukedi North regional police spokesperson, SP Samuel Semewo, said a case of kidnap was reported by Mr Abdul Hafizi Mutunga, 43, a businessman and resident of Nayigobya village, Budaka town council in Budaka District.

"Police went on ...