Summary:
- Uganda Police Spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke confirmed the arrests, stating that the protest turned violent when some demonstrators assaulted police officers, prompting law enforcement to intervene and disperse the crowd.
SOROTI: Police in Soroti District have arrested six leaders of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) on charges of unlawful assembly, public nuisance, and assault.
The protest, led by FDC President Patrick Oboi Amuriat, along with Hon. Ebwalu Jonathan and Hon. Alobo Joan, began with mobilization at the FDC offices in Akisim Cell 2, Akisim Ward.
The group later moved to Soroti Main Street, where they blocked the road and set tires on fire, disrupting traffic.
Uganda Police Spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke confirmed the arrests, stating that the protest turned violent when some demonstrators assaulted police officers, prompting law enforcement to intervene and disperse the crowd.
The arrested individuals are currently being held at Soroti City East Division.
