Police in Uganda are claiming that Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine; singer and opposition leader was not shot.
According to the police, Bobi Wine injured his leg through a stumble, alleging he did not sustain injuries through a gunshot.
Wine was admitted at Nsambya Hospital after an altercation with the police in Bulindo, Uganda on Tuesday. According to the police statement, Bobi Wine had been invited to a Thanksgiving ceremony.
"Hon. Kyagulanyi participated in the celebration, which concluded peacefully. When Hon. Kyagulanyi left the venue, he and his team moved out of their cars and embarked on a procession up to Bulindo town; however, the police advised against it. Despite their guidance, he insisted on proceeding and closing the road, leading to police intervention to prevent the procession," read the statement
Adding "During the ensuing altercation, it is alleged that he sustained injuries. Police officers on site claim he stumbled while getting into his vehicle, causing the injury, whereas Hon. Kyagulanyi and his team assert that he was shot."
"An investigation will be conducted to clarify the facts. 6. He was taken to Najaeem Medical Centre in Bulindo for first aid. The police will investigate the alleged shooting and any related incidents."
According to Bobi Wine's team, police surrounded his car and fired live bullets, leading to him getting injured.
"This evening as our President returned from Bulindo in Kira Municipality where he had gone to check on one of our lawyers, Musisi George, the police and military under the command of one Twesigye surrounded our vehicles and started firing live bullets, teargas canisters and other projectiles," read Bobi Wine's statement
Adding "In the process, our President #BobiWine who was clearly targeted was shot in the leg. He is currently being attended to by a team of medical doctors. This is yet another attempt on the life of our President by the Museveni regime!"
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