News reaching our platform confirms that the Kawempe Chief Magistrate’s Court has granted relief to 12 supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) who were arrested on Monday following clashes during a campaign event for presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi.
However, these suspects were charged with inciting violence and assaulting security officers after unrest erupted during the rally and subsequent processions.
Prosecutors alleged that the group, alongside others still at large, mobilized crowds and attacked security personnel on duty.
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Furthermore, State prosecutor Catherine Nakaggwa opposed the bail application, arguing that the volatile political climate increased the likelihood of the accused reoffending.
She added that releasing the group could hinder ongoing investigations and the apprehension of other suspects.
Nakaggwa told Uncovered Ug news reporters that “Given the current political climate, releasing them now poses a risk because similar offenses could easily be repeated, which may lead to loss of lives.”
The defense, led by Kakuru Tumusiime, countered that the suspects had strong community ties and responsibilities at home.
“These are family people with no history of reoffending, and keeping them in custody would only cause unnecessary hardship to their dependents,” Tumusiime argued.
Trial Magistrate Angella Ayalo ruled in favor of the defense, granting each of the 12 accused cash bail of Shs200,000, with sureties bonded at Shs1 million non-cash.
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