The Katwe Territorial Police are investigating an incident of rash and neglect that occurred at a New Year’s Eve event at the Freedom City Mall Namasuba and resulted in the deaths of nine people, including several juveniles.
It is alleged that the incident occurred at midnight when the event’s MC encouraged attendees to go outside and watch the fireworks display. After the display ended, a stampede ensued, resulting in the instant deaths of five people and injuries to several others.
According to Deputy police spokesperson KMP Luke Oeoyesigyire, emergency responders arrived on the scene and transported the injured individuals to the hospital, where nine were confirmed dead.
Owoyesigyire said the bodies have been transferred to City Mortuary Mulago.
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