By KGR Reporter,
100 people were arrested in various operations as Ugandans ushered in 2025.
According to Luke Owoyesigyire the Deputy Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson, 30 out of the 100 suspects were picked at Buganda Kingdom end of year fete known as Enkuuka held in Lubiri, Mengo, Rubaga Division, in Kampala.
Police said the suspects were engaging in various petty crime incidents including fighting and causing unnecessary commotion.
Enkuuka attracted thousands of revelers from all walks of life. The event was attended by Buganda Kingdom King Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II and several local artists entertained the revelers.
Meanwhile, At least 15 people suffocated after a stampede at Pr.Tom Mugerwa end of year prayers at Wankuluku playground, Rubaga Division.
In a message sent to Regional Police Commanders (RPCs) of Kampala by the Katwe Division Police team led by DPC David Kamugira, it is indicated that the stampede started as people fought to gain entry to the venue which got filled by 2 pm.
Where 15 women were injured, eight were rushed to health facilities such as Kitebi and Rubaga, Owoyesigyire said. END.