By Nathan Eyagu
SOROTI - Police in the East Kyoga Region are holding a security guard in connection with a shooting incident that left two people injured during a confrontation in Soroti City. The incident occurred on April 26, 2026, at around 10:20 a.m. in Agip Cell, Soroti East Division, and is being investigated as a case of attempted murder.
According to preliminary police reports, the suspect, identified as Olakitari Joseph, aged 32, a security guard attached to TAN International Company, allegedly discharged a firearm during a dispute with Abudu Mwanika, a 50-year-old businessman and resident of Soroti City.
It is alleged that Mwanika had gone to a Pepsi depot along the Soroti–Mbale Road to retrieve a battery from his vehicle, which had earlier been impounded over an outstanding debt of approximately UGX 600,000. A disagreement is said to have broken out between him and the guard on duty.
During the confrontation, Mwanika reportedly advanced towards the guard while armed with a hammer. In response, the guard allegedly fired a single shot from a pump-action rifle, injuring Mwanika in the left arm. A second victim, Atim Mary, aged 18, who was nearby at the time, was also hit by stray pellets on her upper back.
Police officers responded promptly, arrested the suspect, and recovered the firearm, ammunition, and other exhibits from the scene. Both victims were taken for medical attention and are currently receiving treatment.
The suspect remains in custody as investigations continue to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities have urged members of the public to seek peaceful resolution of disputes and avoid actions that may escalate into violence.
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