Police Spokesperson, Rusoke Kituuma
KAMPALA – As the festive season approaches, the Uganda Police Force has assured the public of their commitment to ensuring safety and security during the celebrations.
According to Police Spokesperson, Rusoke Kituuma, “We want to assure the public that we have put in place measures to ensure their safety and security during the festive season. We urge everyone to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police.”
Kituuma noted that the festive season is usually characterized by an increase in criminal activities such as theft, burglaries, and traffic accidents. However, he assured the public that the police are ready to deal with any situation that may arise.
“We have increased our patrols and surveillance in all areas, particularly in crowded places such as markets, shopping centers, and entertainment venues,” Kituuma said. “We also urge motorists to be cautious and follow traffic rules to avoid accidents.”
The police have also issued guidelines for those planning to display fireworks during the celebrations. Kituuma warned that anyone found violating these guidelines will face the full force of the law.
“We urge everyone to follow the guidelines and ensure that they obtain permission from the Inspector General of Police before displaying fireworks,” Kituuma said. “We also remind the public that fireworks can be dangerous if not handled properly, and we urge everyone to exercise caution.”
In addition to the guidelines, the police have also reminded the public of the importance of being mindful of their personal belongings, especially in crowded areas.
“We urge everyone to be mindful of their personal belongings, especially in crowded areas,” Kituuma said. “We also urge the public to report any suspicious activities or individuals to the police immediately.”
The police have also announced that they will be conducting regular patrols and checkpoints to ensure that everyone is adhering to the guidelines and traffic rules.
“We will be conducting regular patrols and checkpoints to ensure that everyone is adhering to the guidelines and traffic rules,” Kituuma said. “We urge everyone to cooperate with us and report any suspicious activities to the police.”
Overall, the Uganda Police Force is committed to ensuring that everyone has a safe and enjoyable festive season. As Kituuma noted, “We are committed to providing a safe and secure environment for everyone to celebrate the festive season. We urge everyone to cooperate with us and report any suspicious activities to the police.”
The police have also urged the public to take advantage of the police’s emergency services, including the 999 emergency number, to report any incidents or suspicious activities.
“We urge everyone to take advantage of our emergency services, including the 999 emergency number, to report any incidents or suspicious activities,” Kituuma said. “We are committed to responding quickly and effectively to any emergency situation.”
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