NEWS- The Uganda Police force has issued a statement on Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu aka Bobi wine’s alleged shooting.
ACP Rusoke Kituuma , the police spokesperson has come out to break silence after Bobi wine was allegedly shoot at in Bulindo, Kira municipality in Wakiso district.
Here is the full statement issued by ACP Rusoke
Today 03 September 2024, Hon. Kyagulanyi Robert was invited by Mr. George Musisi (Lawyer), to a Thanksgiving ceremony in Bulindo, Kiira Municipality, Wakiso District.
2. Hon. Kyagulanyi participated in the celebration, which concluded peacefully.
3. When Hon. Kyagulanyi left the venue, he and his team moved out of their cars and embarked on a procession up to Bulindo town; however, the police advised against it. Despite their guidance, he insisted on proceeding and closing the road, leading to police intervention to prevent the procession.
4. During the ensuing altercation, it is alleged that he sustained injuries. Police officers on site claim he stumbled while getting into his vehicle, causing the injury, whereas Hon. Kyagulanyi and his team assert that he was shot.
5. An investigation will be conducted to clarify the facts.
6. He was taken to Najaeem Medical Centre in Bulindo for first aid.
7. The police will investigate the alleged shooting and any related incidents.