By Our Reporter
NATIONAL
Uganda Police Force has given an update on individuals arrested during the ‘March to Parliament’ demonstrations that began on 23rd July, 2024.
According to a statement released on Friday, 26th July, 2024 a total of 104 individuals have been arrested with 100 already taken to court and among those arrested, 13 had prior criminal charges.
Police Spokesperson Kituuma says that that on July 22, 2024, Nine individuals were arrested and charged with common nuisance and traffic regulation violations, all of whom were taken to court.
“July 23, 2024: A total of 75 suspects were apprehended; 74 were subsequently taken to court, while one remains in police custody,” he says.
Kituuma reveals further that on July 24, 2024, only three individuals were arrested and charged with common nuisance offenses, all of whom were taken to court.
On Thursday, July 25, 2024, sixteen people were arrested and 13 were taken to court, and three are still in police custody.
“Overall, 104 individuals have been arrested during this period, with 100 already taken to court. Among those arrested, 13 had prior criminal charges,” he says.
Majority of those remanded are to be in Luzira until 30th July, 2024.
