UPDF Soldier goes Rogue, kills 4 people in Nansana

Uganda People’s Defence Forces, UPDF has commenced investigations into the shooting that left 5 people dead in Nasana.

The incident according to Lt Col Deo Akiiki, happened this morning, 11/01/2021, |when soldier identified as L/CpL Omara Denis Awillo shot and killed two Local Defence Unit personnel, one civilian and one police special constable (SPC) at Ganda, Nansana Municipality, Wakiso district.

The culprit was also gunned down in self defence and to stop his wanton action.

“We condemn the outrageous act of the lower Commander against his subordinates. We extend our sincere condolences to those whose life have been taken and grieve with the families” Akiiki says.

He noted that joint investigations have commenced to ascertain what prompted the Junior Non Commissioned Officer (JNCO} to shoot his colleagues

‘The public shall be given more details about the incident as we ascertain them.’