Two police officers in Bugiri District have been taken into custody as investigations continue into a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 33-year-old man during a dawn operation.
The incident happened at around 4:40 a.m. in Nambale Village, located in Nambale Parish, Buwunga Sub-county, according to Busoga East Regional Police spokesperson Michael Kasadha.
The deceased, identified as Alamanzani Mugoya, was reportedly a resident of the area.
Authorities confirmed that the officers under investigation are Innocent Wagaba, the officer-in-charge of Buwunga Police Station, and Stephen Okwalinga. Both are attached to the same station.
Preliminary reports suggest that the officers had gone to arrest another suspect, Nasiru Mugoya, over allegations of assault. However, the situation escalated after the suspect allegedly raised an alarm, attracting relatives and members of the community.
Police say a group of residents reportedly confronted the officers using crude weapons, including sticks and stones, in an attempt to block the arrest.
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According to a police statement, the officers responded by firing shots to disperse the crowd and protect themselves.
Detectives have since visited the scene and collected evidence to support ongoing investigations. The body of the deceased was taken to Bugiri Hospital mortuary for a postmortem examination.
Police authorities emphasized that the arrest of the two officers is intended to allow a thorough and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Investigations remain ongoing as officials work to establish the full details of the incident and determine accountability.
The shooting has sparked concern among local residents, with many calling for clarity and accountability regarding the use of force during police operations.
written by @enock katamba
- Enock Katamba is a Ugandan Journalist and Founder of Uncovered UG, an independent digital news platform covering Uganda and international developments. He reports on politics, national affairs, entertainment, sports, business, education and other stories of public interest.
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