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Flag bearer, Eliab Naturinda Mporera, were allegedly attacked as they headed to Omukitengye Trading Centre for campaign activities
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Kabale
Territorial police in Kabale District are investigating the circumstances surrounding an alleged case of assault and malicious damage to property following violent clashes linked to ongoing political campaigns.
The incident occurred on January 8, 2026, at about 4:00 p.m. at Omukitengye Trading Centre in Mwendo Parish, Kitumba Sub-county, Kabale District.
Police say supporters of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer, Eliab Naturinda Mporera, were allegedly attacked as they headed to Omukitengye Trading Centre for campaign activities.
The group was reportedly travelling on motorcycles, in motor vehicles, and on foot when they encountered an alleged roadblock mounted by supporters of an independent candidate, Hon. Minister David Bahati.
Shattered car windows
According to preliminary police findings, the roadblock was allegedly set up using stones, sticks, and pangas, and fires were reportedly lit along the road using portrait photos of Mporera.
During the confrontation, Mporera and his supporters were allegedly stoned, leading to damage to several vehicles and motorcycles, including a Toyota Hilux registration number UA 095BQ and a Prado TX registration number UAX 806T.
Several people sustained injuries during the fracas. The injured include Owesigyire Innocent, 36, a driver and resident of Kiyora Cell, Mwendo Parish; Ntegamahe Robert, 35, a peasant from the same area; and Ndyamuhaki Clinton, 19, a student from Bufuka Village, Bwama Parish, Kitumba Sub-county.
Others injured are Friday Keneth, Natukunda Moses, and another yet-to-be-identified adult male who is reportedly unable to speak. All the injured are receiving treatment at Rugarama Hospital.
Police also noted that during the scuffle, some supporters of Hon. David Bahati were allegedly assaulted. These include Kasigazi Nyansio and Gumisiriza Hassan.
Eliab Naturinda
Confirming the incident, Kigezi Region Police spokesperson Elly Maate said police had opened two separate case files to guide investigations.
“We have registered two case files, one for the victims linked to Eliab Naturinda Mporera and another for those associated with Minister David Bahati. Inquiries have commenced to establish the circumstances under which the violence occurred,” Maate said.
He added that a team from the Kabale political desk and district scene of crime officers (SOCO) visited the scene and documented evidence.
“Statements have been recorded from victims and relevant witnesses. Investigations are ongoing, and anyone found to have participated in acts of violence and lawlessness will be arrested and charged accordingly,” Maate warned.
