Alleged Shooting of NUP’s Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu – STEP BY STEP GUIDE

Wakiso District, Uganda – Hon. Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is at the center of a controversial incident following an alleged shooting that occurred after he attended a Thanksgiving ceremony in Bulindo, Kiira Municipality. The event, which was organized by Mr. George Musisi, a prominent lawyer, took place peacefully, but tensions escalated as Hon. Kyagulanyi and his team left the venue.

The incident unfolded shortly after Hon. Kyagulanyi participated in the celebration. As he departed the event, he and his entourage decided to leave their vehicles and embark on a procession through Bulindo town. Despite warnings from the police, who advised against the procession due to concerns about public safety and road obstruction, Hon. Kyagulanyi and his team proceeded, leading to a confrontation with the police.

According to reports from the scene, the police intervened to prevent the procession from continuing, resulting in a heated altercation. It is during this confrontation that the controversy emerged. While the police officers on site claim that Hon. Kyagulanyi stumbled and fell while attempting to get into his vehicle, leading to his injury, Hon. Kyagulanyi and his team assert that he was shot during the altercation.

The conflicting accounts have sparked significant public interest and concern, with calls for a thorough investigation into the matter. Hon. Kyagulanyi was quickly taken to Najaeem Medical Centre in Bulindo, where he received first aid treatment for his injuries.

In response to the incident, the police have announced that they will conduct an investigation to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the alleged shooting and any related incidents. The investigation is expected to clarify whether Hon. Kyagulanyi’s injuries were the result of a fall, as claimed by the police, or if there was indeed a shooting, as alleged by Hon. Kyagulanyi and his team.

As the investigation unfolds, the incident has already ignited debates about the treatment of political figures and the handling of public gatherings by law enforcement in Uganda. The outcome of the investigation will likely have significant implications for both Hon. Kyagulanyi and the broader political landscape in the country.