News reaching our platform says Nsangi police have arrested six people, including the driver and five passengers of vehicle number UBH183S T/Hiace, for Overloading a taxi, which was travelling from Kampala to Masaka for a football match in Buwama, Mpigi District.
However, the arrested passengers have been charged with cases of riding in a dangerous position, and the driver faces several charges, including concealing a number plate, driving out of class, and breach of operator’s license.
Superintendent of Police (SP) Michael Kananura, the Community Liaison/Public Relations Officer of the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety, said the vehicle was dangerously loaded with 31 passengers—13 riding on top and 18 seated inside—and had its number plates deliberately obscured.
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The group was intercepted through cameras as part of our ongoing efforts to monitor and curb such dangerous behavior on our roads,” Kananura said in a statement posted on X.
“We strongly condemn this kind of reckless and unlawful behavior. Such actions not only violate traffic regulations but also endanger lives,” reads the statement.
“Traffic has recorded tragic crashes linked to such negligence, leading to loss of lives and serious injuries.”
Furthermore, Kananura added that the Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety remains committed to strict enforcement of traffic laws to protect all road users.
In conclusion, he told the public to follow traffic rules and avoid actions that compromise safety or obstruct police duties.
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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