Suspect shot dead in Kyankwanzi over allegedly resisting arrest

What the report says

The Observer reports that a 40-year-old man, identified as Aduman Barushimana, was shot dead in Kyankwanzi district after police say he resisted arrest and attacked officers who had gone to detain him over allegations of threatening violence and assault. The incident took place in Gayaza East LC1, Gayaza Sub-county, where two officers from Gayaza police station reportedly went to his home.

According to Wamala Regional Police spokesperson Lameck Kigozi, Barushimana allegedly tried to fend off the officers with a spear, then threw stones and other objects, injuring Sgt Stephen Okongo. Police said he later moved into his house, picked up two pangas and a hammer, and advanced toward the officers despite warning shots.

The officers eventually shot him in the right leg, after which he was taken to Gayaza Health Centre III but died hours later. Police said a report of death by shooting was filed at Gayaza sub-county police station and an investigation is under way. The body was examined and later released to relatives for burial, while a rifle and ammunition were recovered as exhibits. The case highlights the risks involved in arrest operations and the need for a full inquiry into the use of force, though the account currently reflects police statements and has not been independently verified in the supplied text.