Three people were shot dead Monday morning in a violent incident at Kiboga Prison, triggering a manhunt for a prison warder who fled the scene.
The deceased have been identified as Hope Catherine, an Assistant Superintendent of Prisons and Deputy Officer in Charge, Akishuri Bright, a Principal Officer I and third in command at the facility and Ayebare Sarah, the spouse of the Officer in Charge.
According to prison authorities, the shooting occurred at around 10:00 a.m. when Warder Anguyo Moses allegedly opened fire on his supervisors, fatally shooting them. He reportedly fled immediately after the attack.
Police were called to the scene and secured the facility as investigations began. Security agencies have since launched a joint operation to track down the suspect, who remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous. The firearm used in the shooting has been recovered.
In a statement issued by Frank Baine Mayanja, Senior Commissioner of Prisons and Service Spokesperson, the Prisons Service described the incident as tragic and extended condolences to the families of the deceased.
Baine asked members of the public to provide any information that could lead to the suspect’s arrest.
“Investigations into the motive and circumstances surrounding the shooting are ongoing”. He said.
