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Agumaniiwe Richard, was captured in a now-viral video circulating on social media, allegedly knocking SP Ocaya Kennedy, the OC Station of Ruti, who was on lawful duty
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MBARARA CITY
Police in Mbarara City North Division have arrested a 27-year-old man for the attempted murder of the Officer-in-Charge of Ruti Police Station. The incident occurred on Monday, 1 December 2025, during the presidential campaign trail of the President of the Republic of Uganda and NRM party flagbearer.
Police tries to stop the rider in vain
According to police, the suspect, Agumaniiwe Richard, a resident of Katojo Cell, Katojo Ward in Mbarara City South Division, was captured in a now-viral video circulating on social media, allegedly knocking SP Ocaya Kennedy, the OC Station of Ruti, who was on lawful duty.
The incident happened at around 4:00 pm at the Kikona–Ruti Town Road junction along the Mbarara–Kabale Road. Police say SP Ocaya, together with junior officers, was clearing the road to allow the presidential motorcade from Rwampara District to access Mbarara City for the final rally of the day.
Boda rider knocks the Police Man
The suspect, who was riding a Yamaha motorcycle registration number UAC 177Z, allegedly ignored police signals to clear the road. Instead, he reportedly approached at high speed and intentionally knocked the officer, leaving him with injuries.
He manages to get up with minimal injuries
SP Ocaya was immediately rushed to a nearby health facility for first aid and is currently in stable condition.
Upon arrest, the suspect appeared intoxicated and was subjected to a breathalyzer test to determine his alcohol levels as part of ongoing investigations.
The Rwizi Region Police spokesperson, SP Samson Kasasira, confirmed the arrest and said further inquiries are underway.
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