Over a year later, police constable who shot motorist
A Ugandan police constable remains at large over 500 days after allegedly shooting and killing a motorist during a traffic dispute in Kampala. Police authorities continue to search for the suspect, who fled the scene with his service weapon.
Why it matters
The case highlights concerns regarding police accountability and the effectiveness of law enforcement in Uganda.
News: Over a year later, police constable who shot motorist
Over a year later, police constable who shot motorist dead still on the run
According to police records, Bahati abandoned the scene immediately after the shooting and escaped on a motorcycle while carrying his firearm.
It has been 575 days since police constable Charles Bahati allegedly shot and killed a motorist on Sezibwa Road in Kampala before fleeing with his service rifle.
To date, Bahati remains at large despite an ongoing nationwide manhunt.
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