Kamuli District has witnessed a disturbing trend of mob justice, wherein angry mob took the law into their own hands and mete out punishment of suspected motorcycle thief Identified as Stephen (25) without following legal procedures.
According to police ,the group first cut off Stephen’s private parts and burnt them later on stoned him to death.
However, the recent incident involving the use of stoning as a means of execution has particularly shocked the community.
Law enforcement authorities have emphasized that such acts of mob lynching not only undermine the rule of law but also violate the basic principles of justice.
According to police Busoga North police spokesperson Michael Kasadha ,stated that every individual is entitled to a fair trial, and that it is the responsibility of the justice system to ascertain guilt and administer appropriate punishment.
The Police have made a commitment to apprehend those responsible for the mob lynching and bring them to justice.
Police urged citizens to avoid taking matters into their own hands
They have called upon the community to join them in condemning such acts of brutality and to cooperate with law enforcement agencies by reporting any information that could assist in the identification and apprehension of the perpetrators.
Furthermore, the police have urged citizens to refrain from taking matters into their own hands and to instead trust in the legal system to deliver justice. They have stressed that vigilantism only serves to perpetuate a cycle of violence and injustice, posing a significant threat to the peace and security of the community.
Meanwhile efforts are being made by the authorities to enhance public awareness about the negative consequences of mob justice and to educate the community about the importance of adhering to legal norms.
The recent incident in Kamuli serves as a vivid reminder of the urgent need to promote a culture of respect for the rule of law and to foster dialogue and understanding among all members of the community.
