A tragic incident has unfolded at Naguru Police Barracks, where a police officer shot and killed his colleague over a debt of just 100,000 Ugandan shillings. The shooting occurred inside Block D of the barracks, reportedly within the residence known as “John Kisembo’s Block.”
The murdered officer has been identified as Muhangi Arthur, who was attached to the Counter-Terrorism (CT) Tourism Unit and is believed to have been part of the 22nd intake.
Eyewitnesses and early reports indicate that the two officers were roommates. A disagreement over an unpaid 100k debt escalated into a fatal confrontation. In a moment of rage, the killer officer, whose identity has not yet been confirmed, pulled out a gun and shot Arthur dead before fleeing the scene. Panic quickly spread through the barracks as residents and fellow officers struggled to make sense of the horrific event.
Sources on the ground reported hearing gunshots from Block D, followed by the sight of the killer officer fleeing the scene. By the time help arrived, the murdered officer was already dead.
The shocking incident has left the police force, residents of Naguru, and the general public in disbelief. Many are struggling to comprehend how a disagreement over such a small amount of money could spiral into such a violent and irreversible act.
Police authorities have not yet released an official statement, but investigations are underway to track down the killer officer and determine the exact circumstances that led to the deadly altercation. Officers and residents familiar with the murdered officer described him as a calm and dedicated member of the force, making the loss even more painful.
This incident has sparked serious concerns about mental health, stress management, and conflict resolution within the police force. As the nation awaits further details, one thing remains clear: a life has been lost, and a family is grieving, over a dispute that should never have turned deadly.
