KAMPALA, Uganda | Police in Busoga East are investigating the death of 33-year-old Peter Kaluya, who was killed in a fracas that followed National Resistance Movement (NRM) grassroots polls in Mayuge District.

Kaluya, a resident of Bulubude Village in Malongo Sub-county, was assaulted by a mob following the electoral process. He succumbed to his injuries as he was being rushed to the hospital. His body has been taken to Mayuge Health Centre IV mortuary, awaiting a postmortem.

The Busoga East police spokesperson, Michael Kafayo, confirmed the incident. He said detectives are working with intelligence personnel to track down suspects before they escape to neighbouring island communities.

Kafayo further condemned the violence, calling it an act of backwardness that derails the credibility of electoral processes. He further warned that electoral violence is a double-edged sword, resulting in permanent injuries or death for victims, while offenders risk long prison sentences.