Speaking to reporters on Monday morning, James Kutosi, the Mbale City Public Relations Officer, revealed that two officers attached to Mbale Central Police Station were arrested on December 28.
Kiira Region Police Spokesperson, James Mubi confirmed the incident, adding that, the suspect's mental state has been thoroughly examined to ascertain sanity before detaining him at Jinja Central police station, awaiting further prosecution.
Speaking during the weekly press briefing at the Police Headquarters in Naguru, Kampala, Rusoke addressed an incident that occurred in Bumageni Cell, Mbale City Industrial Division, on November 16, 2024. A group of thugs, disguised as Kadodi dancers and armed with machetes, attacked a man identified as Swaibu.
“We have arrested him and the rifle he had fled with has been recovered. It is unfortunate that our officer chose to end the life of his former wife. We condemn the act and investigations into this matter are ongoing,” Owoyesigyire said.
According to Moses Mwambu, the Local Council I (LCI) chairperson of Malare cell, Wandiba also attempted to attack Lunyoro with a panga (machete), forcing her to flee to the LCI office for safety. Mwambu reported that due to Wandiba's repeated conflicts with his wife and his failure to respond to summons from the LC1 court, he referred Lunyoro to the nearest police post in Malukhu for further action.
According to the Bukedi North Region Police spokesperson, Samuel Semewo, Akurut had been diagnosed with anemia and was advised to go to Pallisa General Hospital for a blood transfusion.
Julius Hakiza, the Albertine Region Police spokesperson, confirmed the incident, stating that local fishermen and the marine police initiated a search for Andhama's body, which was recovered on Sunday evening.
Eyewitnesses, including Patrick Okumu, the Kihungya Parish Councilor, reported that the driver was traveling at high speed, which likely contributed to his inability to navigate the sharp corner on the River Waaki bridge.
“Uganda Police apprehended Lukwago and is currently in custody. We intend to take him to court to face charges related to child abuse and torture. We also urge the public to remain vigilant about children’s rights, as outlined in the laws that protect the rights of children,” ACP Rusoke said.
According to Kiira Regional Police Spokesperson James Mubi, the fire was triggered by illegal power connections in the area. Preliminary findings indicate that an unforeseen electric short circuit in one of the timber processing areas caused the fire.
Allegedly, while Twizemana was grazing cattle, he called his two children, aged 2 and 6, to leave their mother, Veneranda Baresirente, 40, who was digging, and join him where he was grazing cattle. After the act, he sent them back to their mother.
According to police, Tabula is suspected to be hiding in Tanzania. A bounty on his head was initially set at 10 million Shillings and later increased to 20 million Shillings for information leading to his capture.
According to Rogers Taitika, the Elgon Region Police spokesperson, the body of the baby girl was discovered in the pit latrine of Richard Nabende, the LCI chairperson of Langasa village.
According to a resident Vetti Wambewo, Pyusi had a dispute with Kisebe after seeing him dancing with his girlfriend. In the altercation, Pyusi allegedly used a pager to cut Kisebe four times on the head. Kisebe was subsequently rushed to a nearby clinic by area locals.
The bomb squad was observed on Monday extracting samples from the wreckage and reviewing social media videos taken at the scene to gather evidence. They also interacted with eyewitnesses who provided crucial information about the incident and their efforts to rescue occupants from the flames.
Rusooke emphasized the potential for disorder due to the lack of transparency in the event's organization. "Given the lack of transparency and potential for disorder, the police strongly warn against proceeding with this march," he stated.
Deo Namanya, a relative, explained that Kyaligonza was last seen at home on July 6, 2024, in good health, and his sudden disappearance shocked family members and area residents.
Geoffrey Ainebyoona, the school head teacher, reported that the computers, worth 259 million Shillings, were stolen from the school’s computer laboratory in the early hours of July 6, 2024, around 3:00 AM.
