Police in the Aswa Region have arrested 41 suspects in connection with violent incidents that occurred in Gulu City Centre during a campaign visit by National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Sentamu earlier this month.
According to the Aswa Region Police Spokesperson, David Ongom Mudong, the arrests followed an intelligence-led operation conducted on the night of December 18, 2025, targeting suspects implicated in assaults and looting reported on December 6, 2025.
“Following the acts of criminality involving assaults and the looting of people’s property that occurred in Gulu City Centre on 6th December 2025, during a campaign visit by the NUP Presidential candidate, Mr. Robert Kyagulanyi Sentamu, we wish to inform the public of the following developments,” Ongom said.
He explained that police analyzed CCTV footage and relied on intelligence networks to carry out what he described as a well-coordinated operation across Gulu City and its surrounding suburbs. The 41 suspects are currently detained at Gulu Central Police Station (CPS).
Ongom revealed that among those arrested is Aleng Fatuma, who is alleged to have played a key role in mobilizing suspected criminal gangs using various media platforms, including TikTok.
“Through the analysis of CCTV footage and other intelligence networks, the Police conducted a well-coordinated, intelligence-led operation,” he said, adding that investigations are still ongoing to identify and arrest other accomplices.
Police reiterated their commitment to holding all suspects accountable. Ongom emphasized that individuals found culpable would face legal action in line with earlier assurances made by the force.
“As earlier promised, all individuals found culpable will either be summoned or arrested in accordance with the law,” he said.
He also appealed for calm, particularly among residents of the Acholi Sub-region, assuring the public that police remain committed to ensuring justice is served.
“We urge the general public, especially the people of Acholi Sub-region, to remain calm as we remain committed to ensuring that all those responsible are brought to book so that justice prevails,” Ongom said
