“SECURITY OPERATION ALONG ENTEBBE-GAYAZA ROAD
The security operation conducted on Thursday, 5th October 2023, was a success and concluded peacefully. Joint deployments, including both overt and covert officers, were strategically positioned, and snap checkpoints were established on all roads leading to Entebbe and along Gayaza road.
A total of 40 suspects, including Member of Parliament Hon. Matovu Charles (Busiro South), were apprehended for inciting violence. Various items intended for use in processions, such as red berets, handheld megaphone speakers, and white and red T-shirts branded “Kunga Uganda,” were recovered and exhibited.
Relevant statements were taken, and all 40 arrested suspects underwent fingerprinting and profiling. These individuals will face charges in court as operations persist.
P. Onyango
SSP
PRO KMP
6th October 2023” – Uganda Police Posted
Security Update for Today’s Operation
The security situation in the Kampala Metropolitan area remains stable and peaceful, with citizens carrying on their daily activities without disruptions.
Unfortunately, during the operation, 14 journalists were arrested due to challenges in identification from the crowd. These journalists were briefly taken to Entebbe Police Station, but upon identification, they were released immediately. None of the journalists were held in our cells.
While they were at police station, no journalists initially reported any assaults. However, we have since received reports indicating that some of them may have been subjected to physical harm.
We are committed to identifying the affected journalists and conducting thorough investigations into these incidents.
P. Onyango
SSP
PRO KMP
5 Oct 23
