Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Teargas locks Rulekere procession, rushed to clinic

 


Stephen Twesige convoy(photo/Mugisa)


Kagadi

The Buyaga East NRM flag bearer Hon. Steven Rulekere was yesterday rushed to Dr. Kagwa’s clinic after Kagadi Police sprayed him paper as it blocked his victory procession.

Rulekere started the procession from Buronzi at the border of Kibaale and Kagadi district through Isunga and was joined by hundreds of supporters when reached Kagadi town.

However, after successfully moving on the streets of Kagadi town, met resistance with Kagadi Police commanded by DPC Steven Karmal.

Police intercepted him as he reached Nankulabye cell on Kagadi-Hoima on the way to his home in Pacwa sub-county and sprayed him paper directly in the eyes. Police also shot bullets in the air to disperse supporters.

Rulekere was given first aid and later proceeded to home.

Speaking to our reporter after receiving treatment, he vowed to deal with police for violating the laws of Uganda.

Meanwhile journalists who were covering the event were also sprayed paper in the eyes and their gargets were destroyed.


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