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Police say the officers found the victim “tied up and bleeding inside one of Hon. Kamara’s vehicles
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Kisoro
The territorial police in Kisoro District are investigating circumstances surrounding alleged electoral violence involving Bufumbira North MP Hon. John Kamara, his military bodyguards, and several of his supporters.
Kigezi Region Police Spokesperson Elly Maate confirmed the arrests, saying the group is being held over allegations of assault, illegal detention, and obstructing police officers on duty.
According to authorities, the incident occurred on 25 November 2025. “At about 9:00 am, Rtd. CP Habyara reported that one of his supporters, Eragena Emmanuel, had been assaulted by supporters of Hon. Kamara at Kageyo/Rugabano Trading Centre,” police said.
Following the report, the Officer-in-Charge of Nyarubuye Police Station, CPL Obworot Samuel, together with PC Mandali Charles, responded to the scene. Police say the officers found the victim “tied up and bleeding inside one of Hon. Kamara’s vehicles.” When the officers attempted to rescue the victim, they were allegedly attacked by the group. “Our officers were assaulted, held at gunpoint, disarmed, and PC Mandali was tied together with the victim in the same vehicle,” Maate stated.
The Kisoro Central Police Station later dispatched a team that intercepted the two vehicles involved and escorted them to the main station. “Hon. Kamara, his bodyguards, and several supporters were arrested and are currently in custody,” the police confirmed.
Police say investigations are still underway. “We shall update the public as more information becomes available,” the statement added.
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