Police investigate shooting that killed boda boda rider in Kampala

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Police recovering the body of the shot rider. (Courtesy Video)

The Uganda Police Force has launched investigations into the shooting and death of a boda boda rider in Kampala.

The incident occurred at around 7:30am on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Ndejje Kanaaba in the Katwe Police Division.

According to police, officers from Ndejje Police Station had been deployed to provide security during the National Cleaning Day community exercise in the area.

Preliminary information indicates that the rider allegedly attempted to force his way through a secured area while riding his motorcycle.

Police said that in circumstances that are still under investigation, Police Constable Allan Okello, who is attached to Ndejje Police Station, allegedly shot the rider.

The rider died as a result of the shooting.

Okello has since been arrested as police investigate the circumstances surrounding the discharge of his firearm and the events leading to the rider's death.

Police said further details will be provided as investigations progress.